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News: The 2026 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought is collectively awarded to the International Criminal Court (ICC) and its officials.
About 2026 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought
- 2026 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought has been collectively awarded to the International Criminal Court (ICC) and its officials.
- The award has recognized the ICC’s work, including investigations, prosecutions, trials and the issuance or authorization of arrest warrants.
About Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought
- The Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought is the highest tribute paid by the European Union to human rights work.
- It is named after Soviet physicist and political dissident Andrei Sakharov.
- Awarded by: It is awarded by the European Parliament.
- Frequency: It is conferred annually.
- Purpose: It is to honor individuals and organizations defending human rights, freedom of expression, minority rights, and the rule of law.
- Award set up year: It was awarded for the first time in 1988 to Nelson Mandela and Anatoli Marchenko.
- Prize: This prize consists of € 50 000 endowments and along with an official citation.
- Past awardees: Several laureates, including Malala Yousafzai, Denis Mukwege and Nadia Murad.
