The International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for two top Russian security officials, accusing them of directing strikes against civilian targets in Ukraine. The court condemned Russia's invasion of Ukraine, stating that the civilian harm caused by the strikes was excessive in relation to the military advantage. While the warrants were denounced by Russia's Security Council, Ukrainians welcomed the decision as a step toward holding the aggressor accountable. The accused officials, General Valery V. Gerasimov and Sergei K. Shoigu, are considered architects of the invasion and have faced repercussions within the Russian government. Despite Russia's denial of the court's jurisdiction, the warrants mark a significant condemnation of the officials' actions.