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18 Dec

Justice for International Crimes: The History Cases, and Controversies of the International Crimes Tribunal of Bangladesh

The International Crimes Tribunal of Bangladesh (ICT) was established in 2009 to prosecute war crimes accused during the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War. Despite its efforts to address impunity, the tribunal faces criticism for fairness and political manipulation. This report explores its history, status, challenges, and notable judgments.

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14 Nov

The Lasting Results of Terror: How Sexual Violence Impacts Families 53 Years After the Bangladesh Genocide

This report examines the 1971 Bangladesh Genocide, in which sexual violence was systematically used as a weapon of war against an estimated 200,000 to 400,000 women, aiming to destroy the Bengali identity. Survivors, known as Birangonas (war heroines), have historically endured social stigma and marginalisation. The report analyzes the historical background of these atrocities, their lasting results on Bangladeshi society, and the progress of international law in acknowledging sexual violence as a war crime, highlighting the crucial need for recognition, reparations, and trauma-informed support for survivors.

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14 May

Women in Gaza

The report focuses on the situation of Palestinian women in Gaza, specifically addressing gender-based violence (GBV), health challenges, and how it fits into International Humanitarian Law (IHL). The situation in […]

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1 Jun

International and Domistic Criminal Responses to the Alleged War Crimes Comitted in Ukraine Since February 2022

The International Criminal Court (ICC) is established to combat impunity for international crimes, as outlined in the Rome Statute. Ukraine’s President, Volodymyr Zelensky, emphasized the punishment of evil in his […]

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22 May

Crimes Involved in Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine

The war in Ukraine began with Russia’s invasion in February 2022, deemed a violation of the Ukrainian people’s right to self-determination and an attempt to re-colonize Ukraine. The report focuses […]

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1 Mar

China’s Role in the Russia-Ukraine conflict

The Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 has sparked international concern, as it reflects Russia’s revisionist ambitions towards the American-led international order. This conflict has been compared to China, […]

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