Central African Republic: Justice Needed for Lasting Peace in Central African Republic

Civilians in the Central African Republic caught a break this week. The government and armed groups signed a peace accord on June 19 that includes a ceasefire and political reform measures, which could put an end to a conflict that has claimed thousands of lives and caused immense suffering.

But will the victims of atrocities and their families see justice for the crimes they've endured? After all, the Central African Republic has historically allowed perpetrators of serious crimes to escape justice, which has fueled further violence.

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