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The photo shows a soldier in camouflage and helmet standing under a tree, looking toward the sky through binoculars that appear to be two to three times the size of regular binoculars. Two other figures are in the background at the lower left and right of the photo.

Russia’s “Human Safari” Terror Tactic in Key Southeastern Ukraine Region of Kherson

The "hunting" may be part of a Kremlin strategy to seize more territory, drive out Ukrainians, and pacify those left in advance of any talks.
Flags of the USA and Iran

U.S. Options for Iran Diplomacy in 2025

Trump faces a significant challenge in addressing Iran's nuclear program, but he also has an opportunity to reduce its proliferation risks.
A group of representatives of small island nations stand, smiling for a group photo, in front of the International Court of Justice building.

An Interim Report on the ICJ’s Climate Advisory Opinion

The International Court of Justice's proceedings in a climate change advisory opinion case stand to issue important, authoritative guidance about the nature and interaction of…
Chen Xu looks at his watch in front of a projector screen, standing beside an aide.

New Challenges to Xi Jinping’s Alternative Facts on Taiwan: Lessons for the Human Rights Space, Too

Democracies must challenge Beijing’s threats to the UN human rights system and its standards, as they are starting to do on Taiwan.
Members of the U.S. military sit before several screens in a control center.

What is the Future of American Counterterrorism Strikes in Somalia?

Will Trump increase the pace and number of U.S. strikes and operations in Somalia, and what would be the implications for civilian harm?
President of South Sudan, Salva Kiir, in the door of an airplane, wearing a Black hat and Brown suit.

There’s Still Time for the Biden Administration To Act on South Sudan

The U.S. government and its allies should impose network-based sanctions on President Salva Kiir and his corrupt regime.
Three UNIFIL-labeled white jeeps drive down a mountainous road away from the camera.

Amid Turmoil in Lebanon and Syria, What Future for UN Peacekeeping in the Middle East?

The Lebanon and Golan Heights missions show certain ability to separate warring sides and support ceasefires, but with serious limitations.
A somewhat grainy photo shows the defendant Torden/Petrovsky sitting at a table with the others in a courtroom. The table has papers, microphones and other items on it, and others are sitting around them in the room.

The Wagner Group in Court: Justice Is Catching Up with Russia’s Top Irregular Warfighters

A trial in Finland of a commander for the Wagner affiliate Rusich could reshape the legal framework for accountability in such cases.
An AI-generated visualization of the U.S.-China AI competition (via OpenAI's DALL-E)

The AI Presidency: What “America First” Means for Global AI Governance

The coming AI presidency will demand careful preparation—not only to adapt to potential changes in U.S. policy but also to safeguard international collaboration on AI governance.
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The US State Department Should Prioritize the Human Rights Reporting Gateway

The Human Rights Reporting Gateway can help the State Department enforce the Leahy law by providing key information from NGOs and victims.
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A “Cramped Interpretation of International Jurisprudence”? Some Critical Observations on the Amnesty International Genocide Report on Gaza

Critical analysis of Amnesty International report contending that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza.
Members of Amnesty International sit for a press conference regarding a report on the conflict in Gaza.

The Amnesty International Report on Genocide in Gaza

Analysis of Amnesty International report contending that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza.
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