As tensions continue to rise between Russia and the Ukraine, the big question is will various countries abide by the Rome Statute established in 1998, that prohibits countries from producing war crimes against each other. Ukraine has asked the international body to investigate the war crimes committed against their country that they believe were done by Russia. Hungary and South Africa are willing to comply with the terms of the Rome Statute to arrest Putin if he steps on their soil. They are questioning if there is sufficient evidence and if they have the right to do so. South African leaders said they would welcome him this August at a Summit. Putin is accused of kidnapping and deporting Ukraine children from their homes to Russia. As of last month, a total of seventeen countries voted not to condemn Putin's actions. Is his threat of a world war creating world leaders to hesitate on their legal obligation?
Carter Vance
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