Responsibility of Transnational Cybercrimes According to the Rules of International Law

Abstract

This research aims to analyze the contemporary legal challenges related to transnational cybercrimes in light of the rules of international criminal law. With the escalation of this phenomenon, it has become necessary to deconstruct traditional concepts of responsibility, jurisdiction, and sovereignty. The study is based on the hypothesis that the classical international legal system fails to accommodate the non-geographical and intangible nature of cybercrimes, necessitating profound conceptual and legislative reforms. The research adopts a descriptive-analytical approach to detail the legal nature of cybercrimes, analyze their elements, and the foundations of liability both individually and internationally. It also highlights technical and procedural challenges in evidence and tracking, and the absence of a comprehensive international agreement despite United Nations and regional initiatives. The study concludes by presenting a comprehensive vision for updating international rules to hold perpetrators of cybercrimes accountable, emphasizing the importance of international cooperation and legislative regulation to prevent impunity and ensure the security of digital communities.