Macedonia

Hartmann Defence Wants Case Dropped

It says continuing with contempt proceedings would encroach on its client’s right to free expression.

International Justice/ICTY: Nov-Dec ‘08

In-depth reports on key war crimes justice issues prompt discussion amongst analysts.

EU Should Keep Up Pressure on Belgrade

The Caucasus: A Broken Region

The Caucasus region is a small and troubled place.

Doubts Raised About Rule Letting Judges Impose Counsel

Some lawyers say defendants are unlikely to cooperate with a lawyer forced upon them.

Former Bosnian President Blames "Greater Serbia Policy" for War

Sulejman Tihic says Bosnia was already in a state of war before independence referendum.

Pocar: UN Should Keep Tribunal Open

Judge tells Belgrade conference he expects Hague court’s mandate will be extended.

Extradition No Panacea for Balkan Legal Problems

EU wants bans on extradition overturned – but this is one of many problems facing local judiciaries.

ICJ Rules on Croatia Case

Court decides it has authority to hear genocide case against Serbia.

Pocar: Extension to Tribunal Mandate Likely

But experts say some UN Security Council members want the court closed and may obstruct extension.