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ICC - International Criminal Court
Years active: 2005-2015
IWPR is at the forefront of media interventions in situations of human suffering and mass abuses around the world. It gives a voice to the vulnerable and delivers crucial analysis on conflict and impunity to both a local and global audience. As the leading news agency reporting on international justice and human rights, IWPR makes an important contribution to the value and effectiveness of local judicial mechanisms as well as international legal institutions such as the International Criminal Court (ICC).
Rebels Appear to Issue New Talks Threat
LRA "letter" says peace negotiations could collapse if new demands aren’t met.
Rattled Sudan Leader Seeks Backers
Behind the angry rhetoric, President Omar al-Bashir is looking to friends and opponents alike to fend off international arrest warrant.
International Justice/ICC: Jun ‘08
ICC project announces plans for new international justice radio show to be broadcast throughout DRC.
Hepatitis Outbreak Hits Camps
Scores reportedly killed and thousands hospitalised as virus grips northern Uganda.
International Justice/ICC: Jun ‘08
Field trips help to develop new training initiatives in Sudan and deliver training workshops in northern Uganda and Congo.
Negotiators Try Again
Northern Ugandans say they prefer talk of peace to talk of war.
ICC Credibility at Stake
Concerns possible release of Lubanga may seriously undermine respect for international justice in Congo.
Kony Adds to Peace Process Turmoil
Confusion and scepticism greet rebel leader’s calls for a return to negotiations.