Crimes Against Humanity

Reinvigorating the atrocity prevention agenda requires focusing on accountability.

For the over 2 million civilians in Gaza, Israel's "complete" siege has created dire humanitarian conditions.

Top expert analyzes IDF directive for civilians in northern Gaza to evacuate.

It is crucial that UN member States take responsibility to address the situation in Ethiopia as the risk of genocide grows.

With the "Pinochet Precedent," the principle of universal jurisdiction can provide justice for victims of other dictatorial regimes.

As the case moves to the next stage, their voices must be central in the case that Canada and the Netherlands have put before the Court. 

An analysis of the war crimes law that applies to Hamas atrocities on 7/10, and the cutting off food and water to Gaza.

The draft Crimes against Humanity treaty has the opportunity to recognize gender-based oppression for what it is: a type of apartheid.

Only a neutral body like the ICHREE can conduct a comprehensive investigation into the atrocities in Tigray and other conflicts in Ethiopia. Ending its mandate risks complicity…

The U.S. can more effectively anticipate and halt atrocities worldwide through prioritizing atrocity prevention and leveraging tools.

It is not too soon to consider the role of accountability, particularly criminal accountability, in peace talks between Russia and Ukraine.

Congress can bring justice for victims of crimes against humanity by passing a statute with universal jurisdiction.