June 3, 2019, Buea, Fako State, Southern Ambazonia, Cameroon Occupation Forces carried out a harrowing act of violence against innocent and unarmed civilians. Eyewitness accounts recount a grim scenario of abductions, torture, and killings, with the victims including women and other vulnerable individuals.

The brutality inflicted left the community devastated, as the occupation forces targeted civilians indiscriminately, disregarding their innocence and fundamental human rights. This event is a chilling reminder of the ongoing cycle of violence in the region, where defenseless individuals bear the brunt of conflict and military oppression.

The systematic targeting of civilians in this incident constitutes a severe violation of International Humanitarian Law and is classified as a War Crime under Article 8 of the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC).

Specifically, the actions of abduction, torture, and execution of civilians violate the provisions that prohibit intentionally directing attacks against civilians who are not participating in hostilities.

Additionally, the acts of torture contravene the Convention Against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman, or Degrading Treatment or Punishment, which categorically bans the infliction of severe pain or suffering for purposes such as intimidation or punishment.

The inclusion of females among the victims highlights the violation of additional protective provisions outlined in the Fourth Geneva Convention, which mandates special care and protection for women during armed conflict.

The abduction and killing of unarmed civilians further breach customary international humanitarian law, which obliges all parties to an armed conflict to distinguish between combatants and non-combatants at all times.

Such acts of violence undermine the principles of humanity and the rule of law. They exacerbate the suffering of innocent individuals while perpetuating fear and instability within the affected communities. These crimes demand accountability to ensure justice for the victims and to serve as a deterrent against future violations. The international community must advocate for rigorous investigations, documentation of evidence, and appropriate legal action to hold perpetrators responsible for their heinous actions.

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