The relationship between the crime of Abduction and Forced Disappearance

Abstract

     The crime of Abduction individuals and its associated offenses, particularly forced disappearance, are among the most widespread criminal phenomena in many countries worldwide, especially in Iraq.The crime of Abduction individuals may be perpetrated by ordinary individuals to achieve specific aims such as financial extortion, rape, or with the aim of financing terrorist activities. Alternatively, it may be committed by individuals working for governments or entities acting on their behalf, with the aim of achieving personal objectives through the public policy and how its contribution is manifested through monitoring the constitutionality of laws or the issue of legislative deficiencies.