The International Criminal Court (ICC) was established in the year 1998 by the Rome Statute. The Rome Statute was adopted on July 17, 1998, during a diplomatic conference held in Rome, Italy.
The ICC is the first permanent international court with jurisdiction to prosecute individuals for the most serious offenses of international concern, including genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes, and the crime of aggression.
The court officially came into existence on July 1, 2002, when the Rome Statute entered into force after receiving the required number of ratifications.
The ICC aims to ensure accountability for perpetrators of serious crimes and to promote international justice and peace.
Conclusion:
The International Criminal Court was established in 1998, marking a significant milestone in the development of international criminal justice.