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International Law in the Face of Russia’s Aggression in Ukraine: The View from Lviv
Announcing a symposium featuring Ukrainian and international voices on international law, building on a December 2023 convening in Lviv, Ukraine.
How Israel Took the Terrorists’ Bait
To thwart Hamas’s strategy, Israel must commit to protect civilians. And Biden must defend human rights and international law with action.
On Civilians’ Return to North Gaza: What International Humanitarian Law Requires
A leading legal scholar analyzes international humanitarian law obligations of Israel to permit Palestinian civilians to return to Northern Gaza.
Why the ICJ Ruling Misses the Mark: Mitigating Civilian Harm With An Enemy Engaged in Human Shielding
Former CENTCOM Commander General (ret.) Joseph Votel and Professor Claire Finkelstein critically analyze South Africa's positions before the International Court of Justice in…
National Security at the United Nations This Week (Jan. 15-Jan. 19)
This week's developments at the United Nations at the intersection of national security, human rights, and the rule of law.
The Principle of Proportionality in the DoD Law of War Manual
Two key issues in Department of Defense Law of War Manual on harm to non-combatants.
On Double Jeopardy, the ICC, and the Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression
The special tribunal would be able to try for the crime of aggression any person who the ICC has finally tried for genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity.
Revisiting International Law in the Gaza Context
When it comes to the laws of war, a substantial number of commentators can play the notes but not the music. This essay examines the Hamas-Israel War in light of this ever-evolving…
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…
The Role of the United Nations in Atrocity Response: Limited, But Not Obsolete
States must invest in “alternative” sites for atrocity prevention because “primary” sites such as the Security Council are foreclosed.
The Future of Atrocity Prevention: A Joint Symposium
Introducing a collaboration with the Programme on International Peace and Security at the Oxford Institute for Ethics, Law and Armed Conflict.
Introduction to Symposium: Ending Perpetual War
Marking the 22nd anniversary of 9/11, our new Symposium reflects on the enduring legacies of the "war on terror" and prospects for finally leaving the war path.