Civilian Harm

The success of the political endorsement to protect civilians warrants celebration, but it also marks the beginning of a new phase of work.

Strengthening rule of law and democracy will require re-engineering the joint policies of the US and Colombian governments.

All 298 people aboard were killed when the Malaysian airliner, flying from Amsterdam, was shot down over Russian-controlled territory.

Former President of the International Criminal Court (2018-2021) on how international law might be used to combat the "impunity that all too often attends the cycle of violence…

"By defining domicide as a crime in its own standing, the international community would close protection gaps and move ever closer to ensuring that serious violations of economic,…

It is hosting a special meeting of the UN Security Council’s Counter-Terrorism Committee, which it chairs, even amid internal repression.

In principle, the new policy tightens safeguards for airstrikes and special operation raids. But it contains loopholes that will likely allow business as usual for USAFRICOM in…

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.