Sudan: The First Darfur Trial Ended At the ICC

The first trial at the International Criminal Court for crimes committed in Darfur, Sudan, came to an end, 20 years after the charged crimes. During the closing statements, from 11 to 13 December 2024, the prosecution stated that the alleged Darfur militia leader – who is said to have operated as ‘Ali Kushayb’ – has committed war crimes and crimes against humanity, while the defence argued he should be acquitted of all charges.

“This chamber can’t turn back the clock,” said the International…