Atrocities

A statement by Russian lawyers, scholars and advocates. "They strongly hope that their unified voice will be heard."

Gender must be “on the table” throughout the discussion and eventual negotiation of a treaty on crimes against humanity, and everywhere that States seek to prevent or punish…

"With its liberal interpretation of French law, the Cour de cassation narrowly saved the doctrine of universal jurisdiction in France, particularly for crimes in Syria."

(Editor’s Note: This article is adapted from a keynote lecture the author delivered today at an international conference, “Persecution and Collaboration, Rescue and Survival:…

A diverse cross-section of States engaged substantively in the first session of a series of discussions on draft articles.

The policy has been largely ad hoc. Success requires strong, coordinated messaging, sanctions, accountability steps, and other measures.

The visit is a chance to outline a plan for avoiding an arms race with Russia and China and for reducing the risk of a nuclear catastrophe.

The case of a Nazi collaborator deported from the US illustrates the need for constant vigilance against antisemitism and fascism.

"The theory of 'collective conferral' [of ICC jurisdiction] is supported by examining the situation of other international organizations and the practice of States."

"The theory of 'collective conferral' [of ICC jurisdiction] is supported by examining the situation of other international organizations and the practice of States."

The United States should take immediate steps to halt all security cooperation activities with Rwanda until concrete conditions are met.

IHL needs to be respected in the heat of battle. How to achieve that goal - and reduce civilian suffering during hostilities - should become an urgent focus of international attention.