This is an in-depth analysis of the complex and challenging field of international prosecution and human rights. It explains the role and operation of the International Criminal Court, and explores the various challenges confronting it.

Further, a series of chapters address the boundaries of, and relationship between, international criminal law and human rights; for example human rights violations of women as international crime, and the uneasy position of human rights in extradition and immigration law. International Criminal Law and Human Rights serves admi

Theoretical conceptions of international criminal law. International criminal jurisdiction. State responsibility. Torture. Terrorism. Genocide. Crimes against humanity. War crimes. Immigration, extradition and international human rights. The position of women in international criminal law. Relationship between international criminal law and human rights. Uncommon international crimes. UN responsibilities for maintenance of world peace. Past, present and future international courts and tribunals.