Transitional Justice and Post-War Justice: Mechanisms, Challenges, and Prospects

The cessation of hostilities does not necessarily signify the end of war. One of the main challenges is breaking the cycle of violence and escaping the spiral of conflict. This goes beyond ending hostilities to addressing their consequences in order to achieve just and sustainable peace. Such aim can only be realized through genuine transitional justice, which constitutes a comprehensive framework balancing accountability, reconciliation, reparations, and institutional reform, while preventing a return to violence. This raises the question: what form of transitional justice should be prioritized in the post-war phase, and through which mechanisms can it be effectively implemented?

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