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Still at War: The Forever War Legal Paradigm in Afghanistan
The Biden administration faces tough legal choices following the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan.
How International Justice Can Succeed in Ukraine and Beyond
A combination of innovative and long-overdue improvements could help ensure accountability for atrocities in this war and in so many others.
The Need for Urgency in Closing the War Crimes Act’s Loopholes
Given constitutional constraints on retroactive changes to criminal laws, every day Congress fails to act is another day it affords war criminals impunity.
Early Edition: April 14, 2022
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Top Cover: Congressional Republicans Pave Way for US Policy Shift on Int’l Criminal Court
We cataloged every Congressional Republican statement on the International Criminal Court exercising jurisdiction over Russian nationals committing war crimes in Ukraine.
Expanding the U.S. War Crimes Act: Lessons from the Administration’s Proposals in 1996
Michael Matheson reflects on his testimony on behalf of the administration in 1996 proposing the reforms Congress is contemplating today.
Early Edition: April 13, 2022
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A Warm Welcome to Just Security’s New Editorial Board Members!
We are thrilled to announce the addition of five outstanding members to our Board of Editors: Brian Finucane, Mary McCord, Julie Owono, Stephen Pomper, and Aziz Rana.
How Strengthening the Corporate Transparency Act Can Help the IRS Follow the Money
Stronger tools are needed for regulators to identify the true owners of financial holdings.
Why the War in Ukraine Poses a Greater Nuclear Risk than the Cuban Missile Crisis
The risk of nuclear escalation following Russia's invasion of Ukraine is now as high, or higher, than it was during the Cuban missile crisis.
Early Edition: April 12, 2022
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Time to Walk the Talk on Human Rights Abuses in India
Advocates call for targeted sanctions in connection with for egregious human rights violations in Uttar Pradesh.