An International Criminal Tribunal is a court established to prosecute individuals for serious crimes that violate international law, such as genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity. These tribunals aim to ensure accountability and justice for victims, often in response to conflicts or atrocities that have occurred in specific regions. One notable example is the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY), which was set up in 1993 to address crimes committed during the Yugoslav Wars. Another example is the International Criminal Court (ICC), which prosecutes individuals for international crimes globally, promoting the rule of law and deterring future violations.