International Center for Transitional Justice (New York) Egypt: State Repression and Polarized Politics Thwart Hopes for Justice in Egypt

"After four years of political turmoil, the possibility of a genuine transitional justice process in Egypt is uncertain." The International Center for Transitional Justice "turned to three leading Egyptian activists to examine if there really is a chance for justice and reform in Egypt in the near future." And "Under Egypt's 2013 constitution, parliament is required to pass a law "that ensures revealing the truth, accountability, proposing frameworks for national reconciliation, and compensating victims, in accordance with international standards." that the ambiguous phrasing of the provision leaves many questions about the time period and nature of the violations that will be investigated, as well as the status of the victims." For the full text please click the link.

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