Use of Force

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.

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…

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…

States must invest in “alternative” sites for atrocity prevention because “primary” sites such as the Security Council are foreclosed.

Introducing a collaboration with the Programme on International Peace and Security at the Oxford Institute for Ethics, Law and Armed Conflict.

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.

A close analysis of Israeli government statements on “proportionality” and civilian harm.

A Security Council resolution on funding AU missions risks not only peacekeeping but also UN human rights and civilian protection priorities.

Israel’s expanded use of AI in the war in Gaza may partially explain widespread civilian harm.

A plea for the equal application of international law to protect against atrocities in the Israel-Hamas War.

To reinvigorate US leadership, consider why US action on the 2008 Albright-Cohen blueprint has not translated into more success.

A response to an article published on how military campaigns can never be rendered disproportionate by the total harm inflicted on civilians.