Prosecuting War Crimes and Genocide

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The book delves into global initiatives aimed at holding accountable those responsible for genocide and war crimes, intertwining historical and political narratives. It chronicles the establishment of judicial bodies, highlighting significant military tribunals like Nuremberg and Tokyo, and the shortcomings in preventing atrocities in Cambodia. The narrative culminates with the formation of the International Criminal Court under the Treaty of Rome in 1998, while critically examining the United States' hesitance to accept international jurisdiction for criminal prosecution.