People detained by the International Criminal Court

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People detained by the International Criminal Court, Prison facility in Scheveningen, Netherlands

The detention facility for International Criminal Court defendants operates within a Dutch prison complex and provides specialized housing for people undergoing international criminal proceedings. The facility includes security measures and areas where detainees can carry out basic daily activities.

The facility opened in 2006 to house suspects undergoing international criminal proceedings for war crimes and crimes against humanity. Its creation was part of efforts to establish international accountability for serious offenses.

The facility integrates detainees from various nationalities and backgrounds, providing them with access to satellite television and media from their respective countries.

The facility operates within an existing prison complex in Scheveningen and is not open to public visits. Information about proceedings is available through official international channels.

Thomas Lubanga entered the facility as its first detainee in March 2006, leading to over 180 individuals subsequently held there under international jurisdiction.

Location: Scheveningen

Inception: 2006

GPS coordinates: 52.11061,4.30147

Latest update: December 20, 2025 02:48

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