torture

The demonstrated effectiveness of evidence-based methods strengthens the argument against torture and ill-treatment.

Defense Secretary Austin should convene an expert panel to ensure that methods used are informed by current science.

Three national jurisdictions that have introduced legal and effective techniques demonstrate that change is possible and is already underway.

Probing memory requires delicacy and care, because the method can change what the subject recalls -- and they wouldn't even be aware of it.

Former UN Rapporteur on Torture says interrogations that reject coercive and abusive methods and build rapport are necessary and achievable.

New guidance points the way to scientifically sound, lawful, human rights-compliant, and effective practices.

Burying evidence of torture, while surreptitiously admitting the fruits of torture is not what a decent legal system does. Bringing to justice those accused of atrocious crimes…

Professionals -- psychologists, physicians, lawyers -- played key parts in enabling post-9/11 torture programs. Yet professionalism can also constrain state power. Gregg Bloche…

There is shame in the knowing. There is greater shame in knowing, and doing nothing. Mr. President, you can do something. End this horrible era of American history.

April 23 marks one year since the start of the Syrian torture trial in Koblenz, Germany. It has already offered some preliminary lessons for future “universal jurisdiction”…

Landmark judgment by Germany’s top criminal court on foreign officials' lack of immunity in war crimes trials. Analysis by renowned scholar, Professor Claus Kress.

Here's what Attorney General Garland's department-wide memorandum on the Freedom of Information of Act should look like.