atrocities/mass atrocities
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Genocide Determinations and Ukraine: A Q&A with Fmr. Ambassador Todd Buchwald
Former U.S. Amb. for Global Criminal Justice explains the legal and policy considerations for determining a genocide has occurred (or is underway) and examines the potential consequences.

Remarks at UN Security Council Arria-Formula Meeting on Ensuring Accountability for Atrocities Committed by Russia in Ukraine
Note from co-editors-in-chief Tess Bridgeman and Ryan Goodman: On Wednesday, April 27, the U.N. Security Council held an Arria-formula meeting entitled, “Ensuring accountability…

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.
Is Genocide Occurring in Ukraine? An Expert Explainer on Indicators and Assessments
Russia has committed atrocities in Ukraine, but policymakers should approach the issue of genocide with caution.
Чи відбувається геноцид в Україні? Пояснення експерта про індикатори й оцінки
"Протягом місяця з моменту офіційного відкриття Міжнародним кримінальним судом розслідування можливих…

Hijab Bans, Hindutva, and the Burden of Hindsight
The rising risk of genocide against Muslims in India requires a response from governments and media companies.

Справедливість для України та аномальна політика уряду США щодо МКС
Якщо міжнародний трибунал є найкращим варіантом правосуддя для жертв звірств, підтримка США не…

Justice for Ukraine and the U.S. Government’s Anomalous Int’l Criminal Court Policy
Seeking justice for Ukraine is inconsistent with a US policy stance against the ICC. The latter needs to change.

Boycotting Beijing 2022: Accountability for the Next Olympics and Beyond
History has shown the dangers of allowing repressive regimes to gain legitimacy by hosting the Olympics. China should be held accountable.

No Military Solutions: A New Approach to Preventing Atrocities
To be a credible proponent of peace, the US must shed destabilizing security ties and unneeded military capabilities, and invest in conflict prevention.

Changing the Narrative on Atrocity Prevention
If the story about atrocity prevention could be reframed so as to categorize it as a “hard” national security objective, it might be possible to help move the issue of atrocity…

How the Biden-Harris Administration Can Advance Peace & Freedom – At Home and Abroad
Five clear steps the Biden-Harris administration can take to promote human dignity around the globe.