The European Union's foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini said she regretted Russia's decision to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), adding the EU would continue to support the institution.
"We regret the Russian Federation's decision. The European Union remains a staunch supporter of the ICC and is committed to full co-operation on the prevention of serious crimes falling under the jurisdiction of the Court," Reuters cited her as saying.
Russian President Vladimir Putin signed an executive order on Wednesday removing Russia's signature from the ICC's founding treaty.
