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Permanent Representative of Russia to the United Nations Vasily Nebenzya speaks during a meeting of the General Assembly

Historic UNGA Resolution Calls for Ukraine Reparations

The resolution is an important sign of accountability for Russia's grave violations of international law in Ukraine.

Amid the Russia-Ukraine War, a Dutch Court Prepares to Rule on Four Suspects in the 2014 Downing of Flight MH17

All 298 people aboard were killed when the Malaysian airliner, flying from Amsterdam, was shot down over Russian-controlled territory.
an internally displaced flood-affected family sits outside their tent at a makeshift tent camp in Jamshoro district of Sindh province.

Tackling Climate Change Displacement at COP27

COP27 offers an important opportunity to address challenges surrounding climate-induced migration.
Torso shot of person in red jacket and PRESS vest, with camera. Shattered glass in foreground.

Regarding Pathways of International Accountability for Violence Against Journalists

Former President of the International Criminal Court (2018-2021) on how international law might be used to combat the "impunity that all too often attends the cycle of violence…
The Liberia flagged bulk carrier Asl Tia en-route to China transits the Bosphorus carrying 39,000 metric tons of sunflower meal from Ukraine after being held at the entrance of the Bosphorus due to Russia pulling out of the Black Sea Grain agreement on November 02, 2022

Право міжнародних договорів у воєнний час: приклад Чорноморської зернової ініціативи

Ми показуємо, як право міжнародних договорів зіграло конструктивну фонову роль у стабілізації глобальних…
The Liberia flagged bulk carrier Asl Tia en-route to China transits the Bosphorus carrying 39,000 metric tons of sunflower meal from Ukraine after being held at the entrance of the Bosphorus due to Russia pulling out of the Black Sea Grain agreement on November 02, 2022

The Law of Treaties in Wartime: The Case of the Black Sea Grain Initiative

The law of treaties can play a constructive role in stabilizing global crises in the face of the most difficult of circumstances: an armed conflict raging between two of the treaty’s…
The President of the International Criminal Court addresses the UN General Assembly. His face appears on a large screen as he speaks with people sitting in front of him and listening.

Аргументи щодо створення Спеціального трибуналу для переслідування злочину агресії, вчиненого щодо України

This article is also available in English here. Переклад статті здійснила Лідія Волкова. [Примітка редактора: ця стаття…
The President of the International Criminal Court addresses the UN General Assembly. His face appears on a large screen as he speaks with people sitting in front of him and listening.

The Case for Creating a Special Tribunal to Prosecute the Crime of Aggression Committed Against Ukraine (Part VI): On the Non-Applicability of Personal Immunities

The International Court of Justice (“ICJ”) is clear that personal immunities do not bar prosecution before certain international courts and tribunals.
Internally displaced women carry jerrycans in the makeshift camp where they are sheltered in the village of Erebti, Ethiopia, on June 09, 2022.

As Another “Never Again” Scenario Quickly Approaches in Tigray, the Biden Administration Must Hold Parties to Their Word

With millions facing death, time is of the essence for the United States to demonstrate its commitment to the people of Tigray.
apartment block destroyed by Russian occupying forces in Izyum, Kharkiv oblast, Ukraine.

The Case for the International Crime of Domicide

"By defining domicide as a crime in its own standing, the international community would close protection gaps and move ever closer to ensuring that serious violations of economic,…
A woman walks past a damaged building in Lyman, Donetsk region.

Why We Need the Alien Tort Statute Clarification Act Now

"The ATSCA, while not a panacea, would revive one important tool for protecting human rights. It deserves the attention of the Senate Judiciary Committee now."
Russian President Vladimir Putin stands at a white podium. Behind him are two Russian flags.

Припиніть говорити «анексовані території»: альтернативи терміну агресора

Кожного дня, коли Україна виганяє російські війська з незаконно окупованої української території,…
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