Naypyidaw, Myanmar, 27 November – Myanmar's ruling body, the State Administration Council (SAC), has officially dismissed reports claiming that the Chief Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has sought an arrest warrant for Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, the Chairman of the SAC.

"Myanmar is not a member of the ICC and, therefore, does not recognize any statements or actions made by the court," stated the SAC's Information Team.

The statement further emphasized that Myanmar adheres to an independent, active, and non-aligned foreign policy in its relations with regional and international communities. It also promotes peaceful coexistence among nations.

International news outlets reported on 27 November that ICC Chief Prosecutor Karim A. A. Khan had submitted a request to the court seeking an arrest warrant for Senior General Min Aung Hlaing in connection with alleged crimes committed against the Bengali community in 2017.

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