Which crimes come under the jurisdiction of the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court?

The jurisdiction of the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC) is specifically designed to address the most serious crimes of international concern. These include genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity.

Genocide refers to acts committed with the intent to destroy, in whole or in part, a national, ethnical, racial, or religious group. War crimes involve serious violations of the laws and customs of war, as defined by the Geneva Conventions, typically occurring during armed conflicts. Crimes against humanity are widespread or systematic attacks directed against civilian populations, including acts such as murder, enslavement, and torture.

The focus of the ICC is on ensuring accountability for these egregious acts that shock the conscience of humanity, thereby promoting justice and deterrence at an international level. This framework reflects a commitment to upholding fundamental human rights and preventing impunity for the perpetrators of such serious violations.

In contrast, the other options mentioned do not fall under the ICC's jurisdiction. Traffic violations, for example, are considered domestic issues; ecological crimes or cyber crimes do not meet the severity criteria set by the Rome Statute. Similarly, while organized crime and terrorism are significant global issues, they are typically addressed through national jurisdictions and international cooperation, rather