Humanitarian

An amnesty in any future peace plan would be unlawful and a moral abdication of the pursuit of accountability for victims in Russia's war in Ukraine.

UN Resolution 2803 authorizes a Gaza stabilization force under U.S. guidance, raising questions about legality, impartiality, and risks to Palestinian self-rule.

A confluence of factors threatens to reignite the conflict in Ethiopia's Tigray region, exacerbating displacement and human suffering, and destabilizing the entire region.

For the Gang Suppression Force to succeed in Haiti’s challenging context, it must expand on the rights-respecting foundation established under the MSS mission.

Analysis of Germany's argument before the International Court of Justice in Gaza case.

Civilian harm is not entirely avoidable during armed conflict, but it can be anticipated and its severity limited. In Asia-Pacific, this depends entirely on steps taken now.

Israeli international law scholars write about their prior letter published by Just Security and a recent article published at Just Security as well.

The credibility of the U.N.'s human rights framework depends on whether it can confront a systematic experiment in gender oppression with more than statements of alarm.

An eight-point statement signed by 270 international law scholars demonstrates a convergence of views on Gaza and international law.

Drones are rapidly changing war. Without urgent, collective action, their use will lead to greater civilian harm in conflicts.

Unpacking the International Court of Justice's advisory opinion on Israel's obligations towards the UN and others to provide humanitarian aid in the West Bank and Gaza.

European militaries can adapt and operationalize civilian protection as they increase defense spending to protect themselves against Russia.