Recent Relevance of Nuremberg Boards: Difficulties and Contests
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Design to the death of Benjamin Berell Ferencz1, the last prosecutor inthe Nuremberg Tribunals, held in the aftermath of World War II, were groundbreaking in establishing the principles of international criminal law and setting a precedent for holding individuals accountable for war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide. This research paper explores the historical significance of the Nuremberg Tribunals and examines their relevance in today's international legal perspective. It delves into the impactof the tribunals on the development of international criminal law, the establishment of the International Criminal Court (ICC), and the ongoing pursuit of justice for grave international crimes. At the outset, the presentpaper analysesthe challenges andcriticisms faced by the Nuremberg Tribunals and reflects on their legacy in shaping the contemporary international legal framework.
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