[michaelkeenan]

> Those responsible for war crimes and crimes against humanity will NOT go to jail

I dislike the injustice, but I've come around to the view that agreements like this are often consequentially appealing. If the end to a conflict leads to one's imprisonment or execution, the incentive might be to keep fighting even with unfavorable odds. I don't know the particulars of this case, but it's possible that a peace agreement could only be reached if it includes this provision, and so it might be worth it.

[simonmd]

By that logic there should be no plea bargains or criminal surrenders. You negotiate not only to be released with no consequence. You also negotiate to lessen your punishment. The AUC paramilitary leaders did this and are now paying reduced sentences (8 years) in the USA, which if you ask me is shameful considering their crimes. FARC leaders, for the same crimes will not see one day in jail.