genocide

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He added that "a finding of genocide would place an indelible stain on my country and its people", so the outcome was of "fundamental importance for my country's reputation and future".

From BBC

ICJ judges are hearing three weeks of testimony, which began in The Hague on Monday, as they weigh accusations by The Gambia that Myanmar committed genocide against the Rohingya in a 2017 crackdown.

From Barron's

While the ICJ cannot prosecute individuals for crimes of the utmost severity, such as genocide, its opinions carry weight with the UN and other international institutions.

From BBC

Gatwa moved to Scotland as a toddler when his family fled the Rwandan genocide.

From BBC

She panicked one night when classical music was played on the radio – similar to music played on Rwandan radio the night the genocide began.

From BBC