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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U.S. Guns Are Fueling Violence in Central America, Here’s How to Help Stop the Arms Flow

Guns made in the U.S. are exporting death to its neighbors. The Biden administration should increase end-user checks against misuse.

Feb. 1, 2023 Nate Smith

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The United Nations in Hindsight: The Security Council, One Year After Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine

"The last 11 months have shown that, despite the Council’s impotence, dialogue and diplomacy can still play an important role in brokering solutions to alleviating the consequences…

Jan. 31, 2023 Rodrigo Saad

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Ending Selective Justice for the International Crime of Aggression

For aggression against Ukraine, fixing the statute of Int'l Criminal Court rather than erecting an ad hoc tribunal is best approach - writes first Chief Prosecutor of the ICC.

Jan. 31, 2023 Luis Moreno Ocampo

In this photograph taken on July 31, 2022, smoke rises from a house following a US drone strike in the Sherpur area of Kabul

Permanently Winding Down the War on Terror Requires Greater Transparency

Increased transparency is needed to ensure the United States makes a definitive turn away from endless war.

Jan. 30, 2023 Brian Finucane and Luke Hartig

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The Just Security Podcast: How Should the Press Cover Democracy?

To discuss how the press can better report on diverse communities and cooperate globally we have Erin Carroll and Rebecca Hamilton.

Jan. 29, 2023 Paras Shah, Tiffany Chang and 2 more

Pro-Trump supporters storm the U.S. Capitol following a rally with President Donald Trump on January 6, 2021 in Washington, DC.

Do State Laws Block Insurrectionists from Office?

The next two years are likely to see a test of what may turn out to be the most legally consequential recommendation—other than the suggestion of criminal charges—made by the…

Jan. 26, 2023 Liz Hempowicz, David Janovsky and 3 more

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Antisemitism and Threats to American Democracy

"Effectively addressing the risks posed by rising antisemitism and its often complex relationship with other forms of hate and anti-democratic movements will require a comprehensive…

Jan. 26, 2023 Eileen B. Hershenov and Ryan B. Greer

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The Treasury Department’s Material Support Carveouts are a Welcomed First Step – But Congress Must Act to Create a Sustainable Fix

Congress needs to pass legislation to expand vital protections for NGOs delivering life-saving humanitarian assistance.

Jan. 24, 2023 Liz Hume and Megan Corrado

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Armed Conflict

U.S. Guns Are Fueling Violence in Central America, Here’s How to Help Stop the Arms Flow

The United Nations in Hindsight: The Security Council, One Year After Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine

Ending Selective Justice for the International Crime of Aggression

Permanently Winding Down the War on Terror Requires Greater Transparency

The Just Security Podcast: How Should the Press Cover Democracy?

Do State Laws Block Insurrectionists from Office?

Antisemitism and Threats to American Democracy

The Treasury Department’s Material Support Carveouts are a Welcomed First Step – But Congress Must Act to Create a Sustainable Fix

The Ukraine War and the Crime of Aggression: How to Fill the Gaps in the International Legal System

Війна в Україні та злочин агресії: Як заповнити прогалини в міжнародній правовій системі

Justice Will Be Crucial to a New Deal in Sudan

The Just Security Podcast: Closing the War Crimes Impunity Gap