Cambodia’s war crimes court has announced the publication of a series of confessions and apologies made by former Khmer Rouge prison director, Kaing Guek Eav, also known as Duch.
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Sri Lankan Army to Probe War Crimes
The Sri Lankan army has agreed to investigate allegations that war crimes were committed by troops in 2009, during the country’s civil war against Tamil rebels.
Spanish Judge Convicted of Misusing Authority
Spanish judge Baltasar Garzón has suspended from the judiciary for 11 years following a conviction for authorising illegal wiretaps in a corruption case.
Former Croatian Official On Trial For War Crimes
A former senior Croatian official has pleaded not guilty to charges he ordered the abduction, torture and killing of Serb civilians during the 1991-95 war.
UN Court Rejects Italian Nazi Compensation Claims
The United Nations’ highest court has confirmed Germany’s immunity from being sued in Italian courts for war crimes by victims of Nazi atrocities.
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Life Sentence For Khmer Rouge Prison Chief
The Extraordinary Chambers of the Courts of Cambodia (ECCC) has handed a life sentence to Kaing Guek Eav, the Khmer Rouge prison chief also known as Duch.
Rwandan Mugesera Charged With Plotting Genocide
A Rwandan man deported from Canada after a long legal battle has been charged with plotting genocide and other crimes against humanity stemming from an infamous anti-Tutsi hate speech he allegedly delivered in 1992.
Spanish Judge Baltasar Garzon On Trial Over War Crimes Probe
The trial of high-profile Spanish Judge Baltasar Garzon started on this Tuesday in Madrid.
Former Guatemalan Dictator to Face Charges of Genocide
A judge has found there is sufficient evidence to try former Guatemalan dictator Efrain Rios Montt on charges of genocide.
Guest Post: Garzón’s Suspension And The Uncertain Future Of Memory In Spain.