Armed Conflict
Just Security’s expert authors provide analysis on the legal, policy, and strategic dimensions of armed conflict, including the Russia-Ukraine war, the Israel-Hamas war, counterterrorism operations, conflicts in the Middle East and North Africa, and other armed conflicts across the globe, with a focus on international humanitarian law, war crimes and accountability, mitigating and remedying civilian harm, and the humanitarian impacts of warfare.
3,526 Articles
Still at War: The Forever War Legal Paradigm in Afghanistan
The Biden administration faces tough legal choices following the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan.
How International Justice Can Succeed in Ukraine and Beyond
A combination of innovative and long-overdue improvements could help ensure accountability for atrocities in this war and in so many others.
The Need for Urgency in Closing the War Crimes Act’s Loopholes
Given constitutional constraints on retroactive changes to criminal laws, every day Congress fails to act is another day it affords war criminals impunity.
Top Cover: Congressional Republicans Pave Way for US Policy Shift on Int’l Criminal Court
We cataloged every Congressional Republican statement on the International Criminal Court exercising jurisdiction over Russian nationals committing war crimes in Ukraine.
Expanding the U.S. War Crimes Act: Lessons from the Administration’s Proposals in 1996
Michael Matheson reflects on his testimony on behalf of the administration in 1996 proposing the reforms Congress is contemplating today.
How Strengthening the Corporate Transparency Act Can Help the IRS Follow the Money
Stronger tools are needed for regulators to identify the true owners of financial holdings.
Why the War in Ukraine Poses a Greater Nuclear Risk than the Cuban Missile Crisis
The risk of nuclear escalation following Russia's invasion of Ukraine is now as high, or higher, than it was during the Cuban missile crisis.
The Best Path for Accountability for the Crime of Aggression Under Ukrainian and International Law
A treaty between Ukraine and the UN General Assembly best avoids legal pitfalls under Ukrainian and international law.
Найкращий шлях до відповідальності за злочин агресії за українським та міжнародним правом
This article is also available in English here. Олександр Комаров і Уна Хетеуей В той час як Росія продовжує вести жахливу…
В Україні немає швидких вирішень проблем
Забезпечення того, що інтереси України та її уряду матимуть перевагу за столом переговорів, дасть…
In Ukraine, There Are No Quick Fixes
In seeking to end Russia's war in Ukraine, there are risks that attempting a fast conclusion could prolong the suffering it would be meant to alleviate.
Should We Worry that the President Called Putin a “War Criminal” Out Loud?
As clear as it is that information has become a central weapon in this war, and as much harm as some kinds of information can do, this statement may for be less worrisome than…