This open access book provides the first systematic study of the multiple issues relating to the investigation and prosecution of international crimes under universal jurisdiction in the EU Member States. It brings together the main findings of the UNIJUR Project, a two-year research project funded by the European Union and led by the co-editors Professor Marina Mancini (principal investigator) and Professor Raffaella Nigro (associate investigator).

Cutting-edge contributions delve into the complexities of universal jurisdiction investigations and prosecutions, highlight legal constraints and practical obstacles and offer comprehensive recommendations to advance accountability for international crimes through universal jurisdiction across the EU Member States.

This volume is a crucial read for scholars and students of international criminal law and EU criminal law and procedure. Bridging theoretical analysis and practical solutions, it is also an invaluable resource for EU and national policymakers, investigating and prosecuting authorities, as well as for legal practitioners with an interest in accountability for international crimes.

Marina Mancini is Associate Professor of International Law in the Department of Law, Economics and Human Sciences at the Mediterranean University of Reggio Calabria, Italy.

Raffaella Nigro is Full Professor of International Law in the Department of Law, Economics and Sociology at the University Magna Græcia of Catanzaro, Italy.

This book is open access, which means that you have free and unlimited access Unique coverage of the multiple issues related to universal jurisdiction over international crimes across the EU Critical survey of EU Member States' practice on universal jurisdiction and EU and UN prosecution support mechanisms Recommendations on overcoming obstacles/constraints to both universal and national jurisdiction in EU Member States

Inhalt

Universal Jurisdiction over International Crimes: Is Codification Feasible?.- Prosecuting International Crimes under Universal Jurisdiction in EU Member States: Achievements and Challenges.- Universal Jurisdiction over International Crimes in EU Member States' Legislation: A Critical Appraisal.- Universal Jurisdiction over International Crimes and Immunities in EU Member States.- Promoting Accountability for International Crimes in EU Member States through Universal Jurisdiction: The Role of UN Investigative Mandates.- EU Police and Judicial Cooperation in the Fight Against Impunity for Core International Crimes: Reinforcing the Legal Framework.- Europol's Role in the Investigation of Core International Crimes: Moving beyond a Supportive Function.- Identification of Perpetrators, Victims and Witnesses of International Crimes among Asylum Seekers in the European Union: Assessing the Legal Framework.- Universal Jurisdiction Investigations and Prosecutions in EU Countries for Core International Crimes Committed in Ukraine.- Advancing Accountability for International Crimes through Universal Jurisdiction in the European Union: Recommendations for Action.-Table of Legislation.- Table of Cases.- Index.