Libya: Landmark First Hearing in Libya Atrocity Case – ICC

The Hague — Libyan Authorities Should Transfer Remaining Suspects to the Court

The International Criminal Court‘s (ICC) upcoming landmark hearing in the case of Khaled Mohamed Ali El Hishri, suspected of crimes against humanity and war crimes, is a long-awaited breakthrough for victims of serious crimes in Libya, Human Rights Watch said today.

From May 19 to 21, 2026, ICC judges will hear evidence against El Hishri in a “confirmation of charges” hearing to determine whether the case against him…