Human Rights
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The Case for Creating a Special Tribunal to Prosecute the Crime of Aggression Committed Against Ukraine
Discussing details for an international tribunal for aggression against Ukraine including outreach, victim participation, and more.
The Case for Creating a Special Tribunal to Prosecute the Crime of Aggression Against Ukraine (Part III)
Rules of procedure and evidence; how many to prosecute; rights of accused; double jeopardy (non bis in idem); amnesty; immunity; penalties.
Was DeSantis Shipping Migrants to Martha’s Vineyard a Crime?
"Our analysis may be a useful guide – for criminal investigators, press, potential whistleblowers or witnesses, the public and other stakeholders."
How Biden Can Bring Detained Americans in Iran Home
This week, the Biden administration agreed to swap Afghan drug lord Bashir Noorzai for the freedom of U.S. citizen Mark Frerichs, who the Taliban held in captivity for the last…
Аргументи щодо створення Спеціального трибуналу для переслідування злочину агресії, вчиненого щодо України
Частина ІІ: юрисдикція та структура
The Case for Creating a Special Tribunal to Prosecute the Crime of Aggression Against Ukraine (Part II)
Ця стаття також доступна українською мовою тут. [Editor’s Note: This article is part of a Just Security series, Prosecuting the Crime…
In ICC Investigation of 2008 Russia-Georgia War Crimes, Don’t Let Justice Delayed Become Justice Denied
Delivering justice at the ICC for the long-neglected victims of the 2008 Russia-Georgia war requires international community support.
Tracking UNGA 77: Notable Moments and Key Themes
During the next two weeks, Just Security will highlight expert analysis and issues relating to the 77th United Nations General Assembly.
European Court Tackles the Thorny Issue of Family Repatriation From Northeast Syria
Despite its shortcomings, the ECHR decision on repatriation of alleged IS family members from Syria marks an important turning point.
On Crimes Against Humanity, Protect the UN Sixth Committee’s Integrity With Action
The process and the International Law Commission risk irrelevance if the well-supported Draft Articles do not progress to the next phase.
Framing the Problem of Hunger and Conflict at the UN Security Council
Hunger and famine, like conflicts, are always the result of political failures. Governments and international institutions have failed to listen to the most vulnerable communities…
Addressing Atrocity Crimes at the United Nations General Assembly’s 77th Session
As the United Nations (U.N.) General Assembly’s 77th annual session kicks off, atrocity crimes are being committed in many parts of the world. The U.N. Security Council, with…