The International Institute for Religious Freedom (IIRF) is pleased to announce the publication of the Book “Beyond a Reasonable Doubt: Did the Islamic State commit genocide against Christians in Iraq?” a new book by Áquila Mazzinghy.
This important book investigates the legal nature and criminal responsibility of ISIL/DAESH’s crimes against civilians in Iraq, especially Christians. The author examines whether these crimes constitute genocide or persecution as crimes against humanity under the Rome Statute, based on the actus reus and men’s rea of the perpetrators. The book draws on hundreds of cases from international criminal tribunals and offers a significant and original contribution to the study of genocide and crimes against humanity.
“The road that leads to justice and peace in Iraq has no end. […]. If one desires to achieve justice and peace in Iraq, one must focus on justice on the horizon. The more Iraq walks towards justice, the more peace can be found along the way. There will always be more justice to be established on the horizon. There will always be more peace to be found along the way.” – Dr. Aquila Mazzinghy, in “Beyond a Reasonable Doubt”.
Dr. Aquila Mazzinghy has vast experience in matters of crimes against humanity, especially considering his experience in serving as an intern in several capacities, such as the Mission Permanente du Brésil auprès de l’ONU à Genève. His research and policy analysis work focuses on international crimes committed against children, children affected by the foreign fighter phenomenon, due process rights of children, “Freedom of Religion or Belief” (FoRB), and religious persecution.
Dr. Mazzinghy holds the title of PhD in International Criminal Law from the Koç University, Turkey. He also holds a master’s degree in international Humanitarian Law from the Washington College of Law and a Bachelor of Laws degree from the Federal University of Viçosa, Brazil. He shares his experience and expertise as a professor of Public International Law, International Criminal Law, and International Human Rights Law.
“Beyond a Reasonable Doubt” is an important addition to the Religious Freedom Series of the IIRF. We believe that this book will be of great interest to scholars, lawyers, policymakers, and anyone interested in the pursuit of justice.
The digital book can be downloaded here.