| ID | 107082 |
| Title Proper | Kyrgyz tragedy |
| Other Title Information | particular and general |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Mullerson, Rein |
| Publication | 2011. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | In June 2010, a bloody conflict took place in southern Kyrgyzstan. In inter-ethnic clashes, more than 470 people were killed, and more than 110 000 became refugees. The Independent International Commission, of which the author was one of seven members, found that certain attacks against Uzbeks might constitute crimes against humanity. The article analyses the political context of the crisis, the role of ethno-nationalism in its genesis as well as difficulties and challenges the Government and people of Kyrgyzstan face in building an inclusive society where all ethnicities feel at home. The article scrutinizes the June events and following developments in the light of international, including human rights, law. Comparative analysis allows a singling-out of what in the Kyrgyz crisis may be specific for this country and what lessons other societies may learn to avoid similar conflicts. |
| `In' analytical Note | Chinese Journal of International Law Vol. 10, No. 2; Jun 2011: p.407-426 |
| Journal Source | Chinese Journal of International Law Vol. 10, No. 2; Jun 2011: p.407-426 |
| Key Words | Kyrgyz Tragedy ; Kyrgyzstan ; Southern Kyrgyzstan ; Inter - Ethnic Clashes ; Ethno - Nationalism ; Human Rights ; Kyrgyz Crisis |