The conclusions drawn from the Nuremberg Trials regarding war crimes emphasized the principles of accountability and justice. Conducted after World War II, these trials held prominent Nazi officials accountable for crimes against humanity, establishing a precedent for international law. The trials asserted that individuals, including state leaders, could be prosecuted for their actions during wartime, regardless of national laws. This landmark legal development reinforced the notion that such crimes must be addressed and set a framework for future tribunals addressing atrocities worldwide.