The Universal Jurisdiction Interactive Map provides a global overview of criminal cases brought before national courts on the basis of the principle of universal jurisdiction.
The Universal Jurisdiction Annual Review is a unique compilation of universal jurisdiction cases, capturing significant developments around the world every year.
This evolving series is an analysis of the law and practice of 12 countries relating to their investigation and prosecution of international crimes based on universal jurisdiction.
Contrary to other international crimes, like war crimes and genocide, there is currently no international treaty specifically devoted to crimes against humanity.
The crimes against humanity that have likely been committed in various parts of the world demonstrate the urgent need to addr...
Founded in 2002, TRIAL International is a non-governmental organization fighting impunity for international crimes and supporting victims in their quest for justice. The organization takes an innovative approach to the law, paving the way to justice for survivors of unspeakable suffering....
The origins of the case
Hope was born on 22 October 2011, the day former Algerian Defence Minister Khaled Nezzar was arrested in Switzerland. Five victims had brought civil proceedings against him, accusing him of participating in the war crimes of torture, inhuman treatment, arbitrary de...
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