The International Criminal Court (ICC) is a permanent tribunal established in 2002 to prosecute individuals for serious crimes such as genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity. It operates under the Rome Statute, which outlines its jurisdiction and functioning. The ICC aims to hold accountable those responsible for the most egregious offenses, promoting justice and deterring future crimes. The court is located in The Hague, Netherlands, and works independently of the United Nations. It can only prosecute cases when national courts are unwilling or unable to do so. The ICC relies on cooperation from member states to enforce its rulings and conduct investigations.