September 3, 2024 10:29 AM

Russian President visits Mongolia, first visit to ICC member state since arrest warrant

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Mongolia on Monday, marking his first visit to an International Criminal Court (ICC) member state since being indicted for war crimes last year. This trip has drawn international attention due to Mongolia's ICC membership. An open letter from the Antiwar Human Rights Coalition urged the Mongolian government to arrest Putin, citing its obligations under international law. Putin was welcomed with traditional Mongolian honors at Ulaanbaatar airport, inc...