The world's first permanent international war crimes court may be born over U.S. objections, but advocates are betting that Washington will eventually be persuaded to sign on. Delegates from 160 countries will vote by midnight Friday on a draft proposal that includes a provision strenuously opposed by the U.S. -- giving the court's prosecutor the right to initiate prosecutions. It also overrules Washington's demand for the right to opt out of recognizing the court's jurisdiction over U.S. citizens. These concerns are based on the fear that U.S. involvement in international peacekeeping leaves its personnel vulnerable to politically-motivated charges.