What is the role and importance of the ICC in world politics? Why do we need an organization like the ICC in world politics? How is it different than other courts, such as International Court of Justice (ICJ) and International Criminal Tribunals for Former Yugoslavia or Rwanda? Explain the differences. Although the US has historically supported international accountability for war crimes, it has opposed the ICC. Why? Assess the American objection. Is it reasonable, arrogant or possibly both? Why? Is the participation of the US necessary for the success of the permanent war crimes tribunal? Why? Play devil's advocate for a moment: If you were the representative of another government how would you feel about the American position? Why? Support your arguments with evidence.