International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda Conviction

The International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda sentenced Mikaeli Muhimana on April 28 to life imprisonment, the maximum punishment permissible. He was found guilty of genocide and crimes against humanity, including murder and rape. This trial was completed in 34 trial days. The United States commends the Tribunal on its work, particularly its increased pace and volume of adjudications.

As the Tribunal implements its completion strategy, the United States continues to support its work and urges all governments in the region to fulfill their international obligations. Regional governments are specifically obligated through United Nations Security Council Resolutions to vigorously pursue the apprehension of Felicien Kabuga and all other persons indicted by the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda for genocide and other serious violations of international humanitarian law.

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