- Who is Alieu Kosiah and what are the charges against him?
- Why is Kosiah’s trial taking place in Switzerland?
- What international crimes were committed in Liberia during its civil wars?
- Shouldn’t crimes committed in Liberia during the country’s two civil wars be investigated and prosecuted domestically?
- Has anyone faced justice for crimes committed during Liberia’s civil wars?
- What has happened so far during Kosiah’s trial?
- What kind of challenges have judicial authorities in Switzerland faced bringing this case to trial?
- What are “private plaintiffs” and what is their role in the trial?
- Is the trial accessible to the public? Are Liberians able to follow the proceedings in Switzerland?
- How long is the trial expected to last and what are the possible outcomes?
- Who is responsible for investigating and prosecuting international crimes in Switzerland?
- How many cases related to serious crimes have been opened in Switzerland?
- How does Swiss universal jurisdiction practice compare to other countries in Europe?
- What options are there for further accountability for international crimes committed in Liberia?
(Liberia) Q&A: Swiss Trial for Liberia Atrocities: Universal Jurisdiction Paves Path for Justice (HRW)
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