International Law
Just Security offers expert analysis of international law and its role in addressing global challenges. Our coverage includes litigation in international and regional tribunals, the process of international law-making, analysis of compliance and accountability for international law violations–including international criminal justice, and challenges to the international legal order.
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Judge Sharply Questions Need for Backdoor Gag Order Against Trump in Classified Docs Case
Judge Aileen Cannon sharply questioned prosecutors about an indirect approach to restrict Donald Trump's comments on federal officials.
Trump’s Special Counsel Hearings: Judge Appears Concerned Over Jack Smith’s Funding
Key takeaways from Donald Trump's challenges to Special Counsel Jack Smith's authority in the classified documents case.
The Just Security Podcast: Attacks on Health in Armed Conflict
An expert team from Physicians for Human Rights (PHR) and local partners unpacks patterns of attacks on health care in armed conflicts.
Looking Ahead from Lviv: Sustainable Development in a Post-Conflict Ukraine
Consistent with principles of sustainable development, it is time to begin developing plans for the post-conflict reconstruction of Ukraine.
Two Tracks, One Destination? The Importance of Getting the Balance Right on Complementarity
Getting the balance right between partnership and vigilance is far from easy, but it is crucial if the OTP is to fulfill the promise of a Rome Statute system that is able to deliver…
Armed Conflict Classification in the ICC Prosecutor’s Request for Arrest Warrants – Between International Humanitarian Law and International Criminal Law
"The classification of different armed conflicts in the report is not a simple interpretation of the relevant rules, but an interpretive choice."
UN Human Rights Expert Extends Chinese Government’s Impunity
A special rapporteur's unusual visit and her finding that sanctions have harmed the country ignores legions of evidence and analysis.
Truth, Trust, and AI: Justice and Accountability for International Crimes in the Era of Digital Deception
The emergence of deepfakes and synthetic media have called into question the authenticity of user-generated evidence in legal proceedings.
The Just Security Podcast: Protecting Cultural Heritage During Armed Conflict
Bonnie Docherty discusses how a new legal framework could change how nations protect cultural heritage during armed conflict.
Corruption in Ukraine: Myths and Reality
The head of the Ukrainian Bar Association outlines progress and challenges in this parallel fight to the military battle against Russia.
Provision of Healthcare by Islamist Armed Groups: Between Sharia and International Law
Case studies reveal that Islamist rebel groups may be willing to comply with certain international humanitarian norms if linked to Sharia law.
How the Inter-American Court Could Advance Protection for Climate-Displaced Individuals
The Inter-American Court's guidance could become an invaluable tool for shaping a principled and pragmatic international response to the pressing human rights challenge of climate-related…