Armed Conflict • International Law
Law of Armed Conflict/IHL
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Regional Conflict in the Middle East and the Limitations of the War Powers Resolution
The involvement of U.S. armed forces in hostilities in this tinderbox—without congressional authorization—should spur the legislative branch into action, including to enact…
A Symposium on the International Criminal Court and the Israel-Hamas War
With news that the International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants in relation to the situation in Palestine, read the latest in our symposium to provide legal and policy…
The Promise and Risk of South Africa’s Case Against Israel
How the International Court of Justice will consider South Africa's application under the Genocide Convention against Israel, the expected timing, and the potential results and…
Selective Use of Facts and the Gaza Genocide Debate
The South African application to the International Court of Justice "provides lessons for how some strategies may be well intended, but the measures chosen can undermine efforts…
Nine Stories That Deserved More Attention in 2023 – and That May Shape 2024
What stories or topics merited more attention in 2023, with a particular eye toward what might inform law and policy conversations in 2024?
U.S. Policymakers’ Lessons from Yemen for Gaza
Former Obama officials write: If the White House is serious about protecting Gaza’s civilians, they need to do more than urge that Israel adhere to the law. They must make clear…
In Defense of Gaza’s Hospitals and Health Workers
All reports of hospital attacks and misuse of hospitals must be investigated and those responsible held accountable. In the meantime, urgent action is needed to ensure that more…
Israel’s Rewriting of the Law of War
A close analysis of Israeli government statements on “proportionality” and civilian harm.
Keeping Sight of Our Moral Compass as the Israel-Hamas War Rages
Too many on either side speak to themselves as if the other side didn’t exist or isn’t relevant.
Unhuman Killings: AI and Civilian Harm in Gaza
Israel’s expanded use of AI in the war in Gaza may partially explain widespread civilian harm.
License to Kill: The Israel-Gaza Conflict and the UK’s Arms Exports Regime
"The question is whether the UK government will conduct a bona fide IHL assessment of arms exports to Israel according to the existing legal framework that is enforced by the courts."
Resistance and Justice in Myanmar Requires Addressing Extrajudicial Killings by Armed Opposition Groups
Myanmar's resistance must find ways to provide justice for those harmed and guarantee due process for those suspected of violations.