Laws of War

The right of self-defense does not permit a disproportionate loss of civilian life, writes Professor Adil Haque in this essay on what U.N. Member States can say.

International law is critical to survival in Israel and Palestine.

Experts detail how the laws of war apply to Israel-Hamas conflict to assist policymakers and the public at large.

Commentary by Department of Defense General Counsel Caroline D. Krass

Following Russia's withdrawal from the Black Sea Grain Initiative, what does IHL have to say on food security, Russia's attacks on Ukrainian food export infrastructure, and the…

A Joint Symposium with Articles of War on U.S. cooperation with the International Criminal Court’s Ukraine investigation

The Russian operation almost certainly violated the international law obligation of due regard and, perhaps, the prohibition on using force. Nevertheless, the Biden administration…

Absent a clear indication in State practice to the contrary, qualified immunity should not effectively transform what would otherwise be contraband into “free goods” immune…

To be an effective leader, the United States must honor its commitments under the Convention Against Torture.

The ICC’s investigation may be the only viable effort to hold accountable certain senior Russian officials responsible for horrific atrocities in Ukraine. The only thing that…

Lieber’s Code reflected and reproduced a virulent thread in the law of nations that preceded him by centuries and continues today.

Poland's positions push the discussion forward on contested areas of law.