The involvement of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in the search for justice in Sudan is a hot topic. As the crisis continues to rage in the Darfur region and violence has increased for several months, the Prosecutor General of the ICC, Karim Khan, spoke about the situation during an interview with France 24.
In his remarks, Karim Khan underlines the responsibility of the ICC to examine the events that have occurred since 2005 in Sudan, as well as the recent escalation of violence. He expressed his disappointment at the lack of cooperation from the Sudanese authorities during his meeting with General Abdel Fattah al-Burhane, head of the armed forces, and General Hemedti, head of the RSF paramilitaries. No documents or witnesses having been provided, he considers that the words spoken and the promises made regarding justice in Sudan are empty of meaning.
The Attorney General asserts with determination that the truth must be sought. He insists that decisions taken and promises made in New York must have an impact and that people living in Sudan and Darfur, as well as refugees in Chad, must not be ignored by the international community. He also announced his intention to go to Chad and, if possible, to Sudan itself to better understand the situation.
Karim Khan also expresses his frustration with the inaction of the international community in the face of crimes committed in Sudan. He regrets that the words spoken before the Security Council and the promises made to the Sudanese people since 2005 have not been followed by concrete measures. He admits to being ashamed of the lack of collective efforts to end impunity and highlights the disastrous consequences of this situation.
It is clear that the ICC remains determined to continue its investigations and shed light on the crimes committed in Sudan. Karim Khan’s words demonstrate a desire for true justice and a desire not to leave victims in the shadows. Let us hope that these declarations can finally lead to concrete actions and the establishment of real justice for the people of Sudan and the populations of Darfur.