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.
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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."
Pressing US Officials on Russia and Int’l Criminal Court: The Interview We Should be Hearing
The U.S. position on the International Criminal Court has created confusion. Here are key facts for journalists who need to press Biden administration officials on the U.S. position…
Масові поховання в Україні слід розглядати як місце скоєння злочину – і терміново убезпечувати
"Для майбутніх розслідувань воєнних злочинів важливо розглядати такі місця як місця скоєння злочинів…
Чи відбувається геноцид в Україні? Пояснення експерта про індикатори й оцінки
"Протягом місяця з моменту офіційного відкриття Міжнародним кримінальним судом розслідування можливих…
How States Like California Are Bolstering Federal Sanctions Against Russia
States and other non-federal actors have significant power, much of which is still untapped, to support ongoing sanctions efforts.
Конституційні обмеження України: як домогтися відповідальності за злочин агресії
"Якщо коли-небудь був час для притягнення до відповідальності за злочин агресії, то це він. Знайти…