The guidelines for genocide have been set. All the rules that clarify exactly what constitutes the act the crime of genocide have also been set forth. The U.N has even made the act of genocide a crime, punishable by death or life in prison. But, with that being said, the act of genocide and severe human rights violations still occur in today’s complex and violent world. This is no more apparent than in …showed first 75 words of 1648 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1648 total…thirdly, the United States has given Indonesia over $30 billion in military aid. In conclusion, East Timor has been subject to genocidal acts by Indonesia since 1975. The U.N. has condemned these acts but is powerless to do anything without the help of the United States. Until the U.S. decides to stop aiding Indonesia because of greediness and selfishness, the militias from West Timor will continue to harass and kill the people of East Timor.