Civilian Harm

History shows that sending a military force isn't likely to improve security in the short- or long-term without other crucial steps.

Mass atrocities consistently depend on justificatory narratives rooted in prevailing ideological worldviews and institutions.

For far too long, occupation law has ignored the experiences of women and girls. It is time to refocus the conversation.

Pressing for certain "reforms" carries risks. The US, with allies, can take steps to help avert a further deterioration. 

The path to peace in Somalia cannot rest on counterterrorism operations alone.

Militant groups recruit where predatory governments alienate youth, exclude vulnerable groups, and rule with violent impunity.

Overhauling U.S. policies for preventing and responding to civilian harm will require sustained engagement from Congress.

«Відмова міжнародної спільноти навіть спробувати притягнути до відповідальності винних за агресію…

What the empirics say about how States and non-State actors actually behave on the battlefield and under what conditions their compliance with humanitarian law changes.

Accountability for the crime of aggression against Ukraine is necessary for both justice today and deterrence tomorrow.

Weapons' use and impact on civilians and combatants varies across genders - meaning States must undertake gender-sensitive reviews of new weapons.

Tactical, short-sighted measures are not sufficient to prevent further worsening of conditions. A new approach is needed to meet the moment.