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Int’l Criminal Court says Libyan war crimes suspect now in custody

Germany transferred Libyan war crimes suspect Khaled Mohamed Ali El Hishri to the ICC in The Hague, advancing accountability efforts.
The ICC accuses El Hishri of directly committing or directing crimes against humanity and war crimes in Libya between 2015 and early 2020, including murder, torture, rape, and sexual violence.
Libya has accepted ICC jurisdiction from 2011 through 2027, despite not being a Rome Statute party, enabling the court's reach over Libyan territory during that period.
The ICC case involves nine other outstanding warrants, including for Muammar Gaddafi’s son Saif Al-Islam and Osama Elmasry Njeem, highlighting broader Libyan accountability efforts.
UN Security Council involvement has guided Libya investigations, with the ICC pursuing accountability since 2011 following a UNSC request.
Nazhat Shameem Khan briefed the UNSC, signaling momentum toward justice in Libya despite challenges facing ICC progress.
The ICC relies on state cooperation to enforce its decisions, as it is not a UN body like the ICJ.
UN Security Council involvement has shaped Libya investigations since 2011, reinforcing the ICC's mandate in the country.
An initial appearance hearing for El Hishri will be scheduled, marking the formal start of ICC proceedings.
The ICC continues prioritizing accountability for abuses in Libyan detention facilities, a long-standing justice objective.

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