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.
3,533 Articles
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…
Ukrainian Journalists Are Winning the “Information War” Russia Is Waging Against Ukraine, But They Need Help
Solidarity with -- and support for -- them offers an opportunity to reaffirm the value of free and independent media everywhere.
Still at War: The United States in the Sahel
The Sahel may be the next battleground in the "war on terror."
Friction, Framing & U.S. Cybersecurity-Related Actions Against Russia
Understanding the interagency effort, the imposition of costs on malign Russian cyber actors, and the shift from ordinary criminal to national security framework.
Is Genocide Occurring in Ukraine? An Expert Explainer on Indicators and Assessments
Russia has committed atrocities in Ukraine, but policymakers should approach the issue of genocide with caution.
Mass Graves in Ukraine Should Be Treated as Crime Scenes – and Urgently Secured
"For future war crime investigations, it is important to treat these sites as crime scenes and take steps to protect and secure them."