International Law
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‘The Hour These Hostilities Began’: Ukrainians Mobilize to Document War Crimes
A human rights defender says they need more help from other European countries as well as the EU and the Council of Europe.
Russian Landmines in Ukraine: The Most Relevant Treaty
The press has overlooked an important international agreement that prohibits reported Russian use of landmines and booby-traps in Ukraine war.
How Can We Protect Cultural Heritage in Ukraine? Five Key Steps for the Int’l Community
When a government denies the cultural legitimacy of a specific community, a powerful act of political resistance is to protect that identity.
Як ми можемо захистити культурну спадщину в Україні? П’ять основних кроків для міжнародної спільноти
Коли уряд заперечує культурну легітимність певної спільноти, потужним актом політичного опору…
Legal Frameworks for Assessing the Use of Starvation in Ukraine
A comprehensive analysis by leading legal expert on starvation and siege warfare, as that law applies to Russia's war in Ukraine.
Focus on Accountability Risks Overshadowing Ukraine’s Reconstruction Needs
"International institutions’ and donors’ interest in accountability, however, must not overshadow the need for reconstruction support that President Zelenskyy and the Ukrainian…
Reviving an Idea for the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: Disengage, then Engage
Might a decade-old idea of `constructive unilateralism' by Israel to delineate a border serve the interests of both sides?
To Support Accountability for Atrocities, Fix U.S. Law on the Sharing of Digital Evidence
Reform is needed to update evidence-sharing laws for the social media age.
DoD Can’t Move Forward on Civilian Casualties Without Looking Back
"Neglecting past cases would be a grave mistake that could damage the credibility of an otherwise promising process."
Opening Stages in UN Cybercrime Treaty Talks Reflect Human Rights Risks
The first session provided a valuable view into where States stand, what the convention may aim to achieve, and its political viability.
The OSCE Report on War Crimes in Ukraine: Key Takeaways
Report analyzes possible violations of IHL and IHRL, war crimes, and crimes against humanity.
Still at War: The Forever War Legal Paradigm in Afghanistan
The Biden administration faces tough legal choices following the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan.