Conviction of Former Gambia Interior Minister for Crimes Against Humanity in Switzerland

Former interior minister of Gambia convicted in Switzerland for crimes against humanity over repression by country's security forces against opponents of longtime dictator Yahya Jammeh. Ousman Sonko sentenced to 20 years in prison, highest-level former official ever to be tried in Europe under universal jurisdiction.

Former Gambian Interior Minister Convicted of Crimes Against Humanity

Former Gambian interior minister convicted of crimes against humanity and sentenced to 20 years in Switzerland for his role in repression under dictator Jammeh. Verdict seen as landmark application of universal jurisdiction in Europe.

Human Rights Abuses in Nicaragua

A panel of U.N.-backed human rights experts accused Nicaragua’s government of systematic human rights abuses 'tantamount to crimes against humanity,' implicating high-ranking officials in President Daniel Ortega’s regime. The government fiercely rejected the allegations.