Law of Armed Conflict/IHL

Experts examine four major international legal questions raised by Russian and Ukrainian attacks on data centers.

A timeline that chronicles major events in the Trump administration’s campaign of lethal strikes against suspected drug traffickers in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific.

By providing national authorities with detailed evidence, civil society can empower national authorities to investigate atrocity crimes.

The ruling upholding the conviction of a Russian mercenary leader opens new avenues for the prosecution of Russian irregular forces.

Peacetime decisions about the location and protection of data centers may determine the risks civilians face when armed conflict erupts.

By lifting export restrictions on Russian diesel, the United States arguably bears responsibility for aiding and assisting Russia's unlawful use of force against Ukraine.

The proposed revival of prize courts to seize Iranian oil vessels rests on a misunderstanding of the courts' historical purposes and the nature of modern naval warfare.

Proponents of a crimes against humanity treaty will need to redouble their efforts to shore up the support necessary to ensure it is strong and effective.

The rulings that the accused 9/11 plotters' confessions are inadmissible are a reminder that the U.S. government fares better when it abides by the law.

Efforts to end wars and protect civilians could benefit greatly from a renewed commitment to the near-universal value of dignity.

Just Security's collection of 100+ articles analyzing the implications of AI for society, democracy, human rights, and warfare.

Rather than expand the arms embargo on Darfur, the UN Security Council should take steps that would give the existing embargo teeth.