“They looked at his identity card and shot him dead” Six months of post-electoral violence in Côte d’Ivoire 59 November 2010, including those committed in the Duékoué region, so that they are not in a position to commit further abuses.  Carry out impartial and thorough investigations, in accordance with international standards, of the evidence indicating that serious violations of international human rights and humanitarian law, including war crimes and crimes against humanity, were committed. Wherever there is sufficient admissible evidence, prosecute any alleged perpetrator in proceedings that fully respect international fair trial standards. If necessary seek international assistance in the investigation and prosecution of violations.  Guarantee that Laurent Gbagbo, and those arrested and detained since then, are treated in accordance with international human rights standards and have access to their relatives, legal counsel and any medical aid they may need ;  Guarantee that any investigation by the Ivorian judicial system into the post-electoral events are carried out in an independent, impartial and thorough manner.  Take concrete measures to put an end to impunity for perpetrators of acts of violence against women and, in particular, ensure that any person suspected of having committed rape or other acts of violence against women, is suspended from his duties while awaiting an investigation into the matter. Provide immediate and effective assistance to victims of gender-based violence and take the measures necessary to prevent future gender-based violence, in particular, ensure that victims of rape and other forms of sexual violence, have access to appropriate medical treatment, in particular by providing the necesary funding and other resources to appropriate health-care providers.   Create a disarmament, demobilization and reintegration programme for militia members and other irregular forces, provide it with sufficient financial resources and prioritize the reintegration of fighters into society.  Provide full reparations to victims of serious violations of international humanitarian law and human rights law.  Ensure that refugees and the displaced can return voluntarily and safely to their homes. Cooperate with and allow unhindered access to the investigation by the ICC and by the Commission of Inquiry established by the UN Human Rights Council, including access to all relevant documents, other evidence and persons.   Undertake not to subject to reprisals persons who may provide information or testimonies to these or other investigations and take pro-active steps to protect witnesses.  As regards the proposal to establish a Truth and Reconciliation Commission, ensure that this process is never seen as a substitute for bringing those responsible to justice nor should they preclude victims also seeking compensation through the courts. Index: AFR 31/002/2011 Amnesty International May 2011