Democratic Republic of Congo

Victim Participation in ICC Cases Jeopardised

Court’s limited provision of legal aid may prove to be a major obstacle to victim involvement in proceedings.

20 Dec 07

DRC jails so bad that ICC indictee said to have asked for transfer to The Hague to escape misery of his Kinshasa prison cell.

6 Dec 07

Calls for court to be more active in the province, particularly in isolated areas where terrible crimes have occurred.

29 Nov 07

Sincerity of LRA delegation seeking forgiveness in the north questioned.

23 Nov 07

LRA negotiators seemingly losing patience with rebel chief over peace process.

23 Nov 07

Some suggest LRA members touring north do not represent the rebel leadership.

19 Nov 07

Second-in-command alive, but under house arrest, as LRA command appears to crumble.

12 Nov 07

Reports suggested senior LRA commander had been killed after dispute with rebel chief.

2 Nov 07

ICC prosecutor says the rebels are using the money they make to rearm.

26 Oct 07

Activists call on government to end military’s monopoly on war crimes trials.

24 Oct 07

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