Felicien Kabuga Dies in Custody: A Complex Legacy for International Justice The death of Rwandan genocide suspect Felicien Kabuga has sent shockwaves around the world, prompting reflections on his prosecution's complex legacy and broader implications for international justice.
The case is a microcosm of the challenges facing the International Criminal Court (ICC) in its pursuit of justice.
Background on the Rwandan Genocide The 1994 Rwandan Genocide was one of modern history's darkest chapters, with an estimated 800,000 people – mostly from the Tutsi ethnic group – slaughtered by extremist Hutu militias and government forces within 100 days.