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The International Criminal Court: Current Challenges And Prospect Of Future Success, Milena Sterio
The International Criminal Court: Current Challenges And Prospect Of Future Success, Milena Sterio
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The ICC has served as an agent of impunity since its inception in 1998, and its fundamental role in the field of international criminal justice as a permanent accountability mechanism remains undisputed. The court is, however, facing significant challenges which may threaten its legitimacy. These challenges can be surmounted if the court is willing to take a hard look at its own procedures, prosecutorial practices, and judicial attitudes. The ICC's future may be bright if the court makes significant changes in the present.