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From Commitment to Action: The Next Steps in Holding Russia’s Leaders Accountable for the Crime of Aggression Against Ukraine
The Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression in Ukraine is a step toward closing a longstanding gap in international criminal accountability.

What You Need to Know About Iran Sanctions Snap Back at the UN: A Q&A with Kelsey Davenport
On Aug. 28, three European nations triggered snapback of the UN's Iran sanctions. Kelsey Davenport explains its impact, next steps, and why it matters.

The Fantasy of a European Reassurance Force for Ukraine
A European "reassurance force" for Ukraine risks being another notional "guarantee" offering little more than a false sense of security.

The Lost Archive: France’s Highest Court Should Follow WWII-Era Rejection of Head of State Immunity
Newly revealed records of European States' criminal indictments of Hitler should shape how courts and tribunals think of the international law on "head of state immunity" for international…

The Sarkozy-Gaddafi Trial Exposes Corruption’s Devastating Effect on Libyans
Alongside its democratic commitments, France should also reckon with the human rights consequences of its Libya foreign policy and interference in the post-Sarkozy era.

How to Land the Emerging Deal on Peace for Ukraine
Negotiations to achieve some kind of end to Russia’s war on Ukraine have reached an intensive phase. Moments of truth lie immediately ahead.

Doubts Concerning America’s Reliability Should Not Lead to a European Nuclear Deterrent
Stepping away from NATO would reduce U.S. leverage over European allies, potentially leading to more nuclear-armed states.

The Just Security Podcast: Key Takeaways from the Paris AI Action Summit
Brianna Rosen joins the podcast to recap key takeaways from the recently concluded Artificial Intelligence Action Summit.

Eleven Precedents of ISIS-Inspired Vehicle Rammings: Precursors to New Orleans Attack
On New Year’s Day, at least 14 people were killed and dozens more wounded when a man drove a rented pickup truck into a crowd of revelers on Bourbon Street, New Orleans. The…

Interpol General Assembly Inches Forward on Transparency, Still Needs Reform Strategy
Amid a trend toward more openness in the police-coordination agency, further action is needed to prevent abuse of systems such as red notices.

As Interpol Gets New Secretary General, What are the Risks of Abuses Over Reforms?
Interpol's General Assembly will formally elect a new operational head from Brazil amid growing political and legal challenges.

Lessons from Around the World: Engaging ‘Pillars of Support’ to Uphold and Expand Democracy
Cross-partisan movements that defeated far-right autocrats in Brazil and Poland demonstrate that crucial groups can propel democratic success.