Richard Dicker
Richard Dicker
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The proceedings must be fair and be seen to be fair, and that means ensuing that the accused can vigorously defend themselves.
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These trials are commencing in an environment of severe insecurity, ... Everyone participating in the trial participation in the trial process judges, prosecutors, victims, witnesses and defense counsel are exposing themselves to grave risks.
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A third country needs to offer a jail cell for Charles Taylor if he's convicted. Countries should be lining up to take Taylor, not backing away.
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This musical chairs that they keep playing with the judges raises profound questions about the credibility of the court.
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Despite shortcomings, it was a momentous day for Iraqis. It sends a signal that the days of unlimited impunity for these types of crimes may be winding down.
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This is a disturbingly low threshold. It's a real anomaly that reflects Iraqi law but not developing international law.
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I think we need to dial down our expectations of the history-telling functions of these trials.
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This reluctance to press Nigeria to hand over Taylor fosters a double standard that betrays the people of Sierra Leone,
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We have grave concerns that the court will not ensure fair trial,
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The people of northern Uganda have long suffered terrible abuses without any chance of redress, ... With today's arrest warrants, the ICC has opened the door for justice to be done.