The International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) was established by the United Nations in 1994 to prosecute individuals responsible for the Rwandan Genocide. This genocide resulted in the deaths of an estimated 800,000 people, primarily from the Tutsi ethnic group. The tribunal aimed to bring justice and accountability for these crimes against humanity. The ICTR operated in Arusha, Tanzania, and conducted trials from 1995 until 2015. It was significant for its role in developing international law, particularly regarding genocide and war crimes. The tribunal also contributed to the establishment of legal precedents for future international criminal prosecutions.