Carla Del Ponte

Carla Del Ponte is a Swiss lawyer and diplomat best known for her work as a prosecutor specializing in war crimes and atrocities. She served as the Chief Prosecutor for the International Criminal Tribunal for Yugoslavia (ICTY) and Rwanda (ICTR), where she prosecuted individuals responsible for serious crimes such as genocide and ethnic cleansing. Del Ponte is recognized for her determined pursuit of justice in complex and often dangerous situations, advocating for accountability and international law. Her work has significantly contributed to international efforts to address and prevent mass atrocities.