Russia: Forcible Disappearances of Ukrainian Civilians
Detainees Unlawfully Transferred to Russia, Possibly Held as Hostages
International Justice
Human Rights Watch considers international justice—accountability through fair trials for genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity—to be an essential element of building respect for human rights. The International Justice Program champions meaningful justice for victims and survivors of serious international crimes and due process for the accused. We look to the International Criminal Court, other international tribunals, and national courts, whether in the countries where crimes have been committed or through the principle of universal jurisdiction to carry out fair and impartial trials. We advocate for effective justice mechanisms and advance innovative and practical pathways to overcome roadblocks to justice, working to build the political momentum and state cooperation to support accountability in the long term.
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Democratic Republic of Congo
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Libya: Militia Terrorized Town, Leaving Mass Graves
Hundreds in Tarhouna Reported Missing From 2014 to 2020
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US Congress Helps Boost Justice in Ukraine
Legislative Fixes Could Promote Cooperation with International Criminal Court
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ICC Authorizes Resumed Philippines Investigation
International Criminal Court Inquiry a Step Toward Justice for Thousands of Victims
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Germany/Gambia: Migrant Massacre Survivor to Testify
Alleged Gambian ‘Death Squad’ Driver’s Trial Progresses
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US: Back War Crimes Court in Liberia
US-Africa Summit Important Moment to Support Justice for Liberian Victims
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Briefing Note on the Call for a War Crimes Court for Liberia
A Human Rights Lens to the US-Liberia Partnership: Liberian President George Weah should act to create a war crimes court in Liberia that can fairly try alleged perpetrators of civil wars-era crimes
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ICC: Ensure Victims’ Equal Access to Justice
Governments at Annual Meeting Should Support Court’s Global Mandate
