A War Crimes Tribunal is a legal body established to prosecute individuals accused of committing serious violations of international humanitarian law during armed conflicts. These tribunals aim to hold accountable those responsible for atrocities such as genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity. They can be set up by international organizations, like the United Nations, or by individual countries. One of the most notable examples is the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY), which was established in 1993 to address war crimes committed during the Yugoslav Wars. These tribunals play a crucial role in promoting justice, deterring future crimes, and providing a sense of closure for victims and affected communities.