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A New Approach in the Fight Against Transnational Violent Extremism is Needed
If the U.S. and foreign partners could strategically deploy their counterterrorism programs to deliberately target a common enemy, all would mutually benefit.
U.S. Sanctions Removal on Mining Magnate Would Set Back Peace and Investment in DR Congo
The Trump administration and Congress can end the cycle of looting, smuggling, and violent extraction of raw materials from the DRC and provide a better footing for peace.
After Another Sham Election in Georgia, the Country’s Citizens Persist
Georgians will fight for their democracy, as the ruling party now becomes one of the world's many paranoid, insecure dictatorships that know their days are numbered.
The Imperative to Weaken the Kremlin’s War Economy: What the West Can Do
The West must cut off Russia's energy revenues, target its enablers, and enforce sanctions with vigor to constrain its war economy.
Collection: Just Security’s Coverage of Trump Administration Executive Actions
Coverage of key developments, including in concise “What Just Happened” expert explainers, legal and policy analysis, and more. Check back frequently for updates.
Turning Trump’s Peace Overtures into Sustainable Deals
The president’s many overseas peacemaking initiatives are more likely to succeed with a more collaborative approach drawing on research.
Sanctions against Israel: An International Law Perspective
An examination of proposed sanctions against Israel, the legal framework for sanctions, and States’ obligation to prevent genocide.
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.
Raising the Cost of U.S. Coercion Against the ICC
Previous administrations sought to reinterpret, evade, or selectively engage with international law. The Trump administration is actively delegitimizing and dismantling it.
Understanding the Trump Administration’s Delisting of Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham
On July 8, the Department of State removed Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), also known as Jabhat al-Nusrah, from the Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) list. In a press release…
As Georgian Regime Intensifies Crackdown, U.S. Should Support Its People
Sanctions moving through Congress and a new, vocal U.S. ambassador could help protesting Georgian citizens restore an alliance with the West and avoid a turn to Russia, China.
Court of International Trade’s Flawed Ruling in Striking Down Trump’s Tariffs
On May 28, the U.S. Court of International Trade ruled Trump's tariffs exceed IEEPA's scope; the court's analysis is weak. These cases show limits of constitutional avoidance.