International Law
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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.
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,…
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."
Припиніть говорити «анексовані території»: альтернативи терміну агресора
Кожного дня, коли Україна виганяє російські війська з незаконно окупованої української території,…
Stop Saying “Annexed Territories”: Alternatives to the Bully’s Term
To say Russia has “annexed” a Ukrainian oblast while Ukraine maintains its territorial claim is, in a minor way, to aid Russia in its wrongful act. The clearest description…
Tracking UNGA 77: Notable Moments and Key Themes
During the next two weeks, Just Security will highlight expert analysis and issues relating to the 77th United Nations General Assembly.
Аргументи щодо створення Міжнародного трибуналу для переслідування злочину агресії, вчиненого щодо України
Примітка редактора: ця стаття є частиною серії статей від Just Security, “Переслідування злочину агресії,…
The Case for Creating an International Tribunal to Prosecute the Crime of Aggression Against Ukraine (Part I)
Launching a new high-level series on an international criminal tribunal for Putin’s aggression against Ukraine and the role of the United Nations General Assembly.
Tit-for-Tat Hostilities In Syria: War Powers and International Law Implications
The Biden administration's latest war powers report to Congress and letter to the UN Security Council raise questions about the domestic and international legal basis for hostilities…
Gendering the Legal Review of New Means and Methods of Warfare
Weapons' use and impact on civilians and combatants varies across genders - meaning States must undertake gender-sensitive reviews of new weapons.
Politics, Not Law, Is Key to Confiscating Russian Central Bank Assets
The political and legal complications of using such proceeds to compensate Ukraine aren't trivial, but neither are they insurmountable.
Beyond a “Hate Crime”: “Replacement” Rhetoric and the Genocide Worry
Judge Chile Eboe-Osuji, former President of the International Criminal Court, analyzes "replacement theory"-motivated killings through lens of international law on genocide.