The controversial new sanctions imposed by Trump.
Born in Lebanon and raised in the UK, Amal Clooney has been married to actor George Clooney since 2014. They share seven-year-old twins, Ella and Alexander.
While Amal is globally recognized for her high-profile human rights work and Hollywood ties, she may now face challenges entering the U.S.—a surprising twist for someone so internationally respected.
Amal Clooney has taken on several high-profile human rights cases, representing figures like Ukraine’s former Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko, Maldives’ ex-President Mohamed Nasheed, and two jailed Reuters reporters in Myanmar.
Now, her reported advisory role in the ICC’s investigation of alleged Israeli war crimes in Gaza may impact her ability to enter the U.S. According to the Financial Times, the UK government has warned British lawyers—possibly including Amal—about potential U.S. sanctions tied to the case targeting Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.
This controversy ties back to a divisive executive order signed by Donald Trump, targeting anyone who works with the ICC on cases involving Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. Now, questions loom over how this order could affect Amal Clooney’s ability to continue her human rights work freely.
Fans React:
One fan wrote, “It’s crazy that Amal Clooney, who’s done so much for justice, might be blocked from the U.S.” Another added, “This is absurd—she’s being penalized for defending human rights.”
Trump’s executive order argues that the ICC is overstepping its authority by investigating U.S. and Israeli officials without proper jurisdiction.
It accuses the court of bias and misuse of power, particularly for issuing arrest warrants for Israeli leaders like Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant.
In response, the order threatens harsh penalties—such as freezing assets and banning travel to the U.S.—against ICC personnel and even their families.
Amal and George Clooney’s U.S. Status Uncertain Amid ICC Sanctions Threat
Amal and George Clooney mainly live at their home in France. However, George is currently in New York City, performing in the Broadway play Good Night, and Good Luck.
Meanwhile, Amal could face fallout from her work with the International Criminal Court (ICC). She’s not the only one. Prosecutor Karim Khan might also face U.S. sanctions under Trump’s executive order targeting ICC personnel involved in cases against Israel.
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