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C. Harwood LL.M is PhD Candidate at Institute of Public Law

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Prospects for accountability for suspected crimes against humanity in North Korea

A Commission recently found that human rights violations have been committed in North Korea. Its report offers the recommendation that those individually responsible for international crimes must be held accountable. But can this be realised in practice?

Catherine Harwood • March 25, 2014

Localizing international criminal justice in Syria

With prospects of a Security Council referral of Syria to the International Criminal Court remaining doubtful, other options for ensuring accountability for international crimes committed in Syria are being explored.

Catherine Harwood • December 03, 2013

International commissions of inquiry in conflict situations: go-betweens of peace and justice?

The UN has established several international commissions of inquiry to investigate alleged violations of international law in situations of conflict. These commissions engage with international legal norms but also operate on the political plane.

Catherine Harwood • June 18, 2013 • 1 comment

Inquiring into North Korea: an avenue for international accountability?

The International Commission of Inquiry for North Korea is mandated to investigate human rights violations. However, it is unlikely that its investigation will lead to prosecutions. What then might be the practical impact of its report?

Catherine Harwood • May 07, 2013