Palestine
195 Articles
Israeli Civilian Harm Mitigation in Gaza: Gold Standard or Fool’s Gold?
What can Israel do to better protect civilians in war? A leading expert on civilian harm sheds light on the issue.
No Simple End: The ICJ and Remedies for Illegal Practices in the Occupied Territories
A focus on the remedies that the International Court of Justice may order in its advisory opinion on Legal Consequences arising from the Policies and Practices of Israel in the…
Israel, the United States, and the Fourth Geneva Convention
The United States must clearly articulate whether the Fourth Geneva Convention applies to territories occupied by Israel.
National Security at the United Nations This Week (Feb. 19-Feb. 23)
Our weekly series on developments at the United Nations at the intersection of national security, human rights, and the rule of law.
How Israel Took the Terrorists’ Bait
To thwart Hamas’s strategy, Israel must commit to protect civilians. And Biden must defend human rights and international law with action.
Why the ICJ Ruling Misses the Mark: Mitigating Civilian Harm With An Enemy Engaged in Human Shielding
Former CENTCOM Commander General (ret.) Joseph Votel and Professor Claire Finkelstein critically analyze South Africa's positions before the International Court of Justice in…
The Just Security Podcast: ICJ Provisional Measures in South Africa v. Israel
Three experts join the show to unpack the ICJ provisional measures in South Africa's genocide case against Israel.
International Courts as the Last Hope for Humanity
Former President of the International Criminal Court writes about South Africa v Israel case before the International Court of Justice.
The “War Reserve Stockpile Allies – Israel” Explained & Why Congress Should Not Expand It
Congress should not remove restrictions on transfers to and from the Defense Department's War Reserves Stockpile in Israel.
A Symposium on the International Criminal Court and the Israel-Hamas War
With news that the International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants in relation to the situation in Palestine, read the latest in our symposium to provide legal and policy…
U.S. Policymakers’ Lessons from Yemen for Gaza
Former Obama officials write: If the White House is serious about protecting Gaza’s civilians, they need to do more than urge that Israel adhere to the law. They must make clear…
In Defense of Gaza’s Hospitals and Health Workers
All reports of hospital attacks and misuse of hospitals must be investigated and those responsible held accountable. In the meantime, urgent action is needed to ensure that more…