Double Standards: International Criminal Law and the West

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Wolfgang Kaleck critiques the selective nature of international criminal law, highlighting its failure to hold powerful Western states accountable for their crimes. He advocates for a truly universal legal framework that addresses these double standards, emphasizing the need for justice for all, including survivors of human rights violations. The book intertwines personal stories of survivors with a call for reform, arguing that genuine accountability is essential for a fair international criminal justice system.