The Hague — The International Criminal Court (ICC) Prosecution has asked the ICC’s Pre-Trial Chamber II to postpone the ‘confirmation of charges hearing’ in the case of Ali Abdelrahman (also known as Ali Kushayb*) to June 1, 2021. At a ‘confirmation of charges hearing’ judges determine whether or not there is sufficient evidence to establish substantial grounds to believe that a suspect committed each of the crimes charged. If the charges are confirmed, in full or in part, the case will be transferred to a Trial Chamber, which will conduct the trial. readmore
