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Faculty of Law, University of Belgrade , Belgrade , Serbia
The crime of genocide, as defined by international criminal law, represents one of the gravest violations of human rights and a threat to international peace and security. This paper examines the legal framework governing the crime of genocide, focusing on its definition, elements, and prosecution under key international instruments such as the Genocide Convention, the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC), and relevant case law from international courts. Special attention is given to landmark judgments from the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY), the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR), and the International Court of Justice (ICJ), analyzing their contributions to the development and interpretation of genocide law. Through a comprehensive review of these sources, the paper aims to elucidate the complexities involved in proving the intent to commit genocide, the challenges faced by prosecutors, and the evolving jurisprudence that shapes the accountability for this heinous crime. By examining selected cases, the study provides insights into the judicial processes and the standards of evidence required to establish genocide, thereby contributing to a deeper understanding of international efforts to prevent and punish genocide.
Genocide, International Criminal Law, International Courts, Genocide Convention, Rome Statute
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