The US is not a friend of the country as it made a law saying they would invade the Netherlands if required.
"The new law authorizes the use of military force to liberate any American or citizen of a U.S.-allied country being held by the court, which is located in The Hague. This provision, dubbed the "Hague invasion clause," has caused a strong reaction from U.S. allies around the world, particularly in the Netherlands. "
"The new law authorizes the use of military force to liberate any American or citizen of a U.S.-allied country being held by the court, which is located in The Hague. This provision, dubbed the "Hague invasion clause," has caused a strong reaction from U.S. allies around the world, particularly in the Netherlands. "
"U.S.: 'Hague Invasion Act' Becomes Law"
https://www.hrw.org/news/2002/08/03/us-hague-invasion-act-be...