Justice Triumphs: Philippe Hategekimana Convicted on Appeal for Genocide and Crimes Against Humanity
The Paris Assize Court has upheld the life sentence of Philippe Hategekimana, a former Rwandan gendarme tried for his participation in the Tutsi genocide. This decision reinforces the importance of justice in the fight against impunity for the most serious crimes. The case recalls the horror of the 1994 genocide in Rwanda and underlines the commitment of the judicial authorities to prosecute those responsible, no matter how much time has passed. Perseverance in the quest for truth and justice for victims is essential to guarantee their dignity and fight against impunity.