UN Security Council Resolution 1757

UN Security Council Resolution 1757, adopted in 2007, established a special tribunal to investigate and prosecute those responsible for the assassination of former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri in 2005. The resolution emphasized the need for justice and accountability in Lebanon and aimed to ensure a fair trial for the accused. It also highlighted the importance of addressing broader issues of political violence in the region. The tribunal was designed to operate under international standards, reflecting the UN's commitment to rule of law and support for Lebanon's sovereignty.