A 21st century book burning
A few days ago, on the 24th of July, Trial Chamber II at the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY) issued a Judgment in the case Prosecutor vs. Vojislav Seselj (IT-03-67-R77.2) concerning an alleged contempt of court violation. Finding the accused guilty, the Chamber handed down the longest prison sentence for a contemnor since the ad-hoc creation of that so-called court. Along with the prison term, an order was issued which effectively bans a book published by the accused and mandates its withdrawal from public circulation. (даље…)
The ICTY as a facilitator of reconciliation?
After a short discussion on a popular social networking site with someone interested in the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY), I decided to compile from those messages a summary of that exchange. The following examines the perception of the ICTY held by many in the Balkans, which should explain why this false Tribunal will never represent a force for reconciliation.
Is the ICTY a lawful institution?
To put it simply, courts and tribunals are set up by laws. Since the ICTY was set up by the Security Council, an executive body, it has no foundation to operate as it does today. For those interested in a studious examination of the nature and practices of the ICTY, I recommend John Laughlands book „Travesty“. (даље…)
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