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France’s New Western Sahara Position Marks a Turning Point in North Africa — But for Better or Worse?
It may aid stability as US and European support tips toward Morocco. But it has provoked Algeria, which is eyeing Russia and China.

Wake Up Call: UN Security Council’s Report on ISIS and al-Qaeda
UN analysts' report sets a new baseline for understanding the current organization, planning, and threats posed by ISIS and al-Qaeda.

Invite Afghanistan’s Majority to the Table at Doha Envoy Talks
The Taliban appear set to attend, in a UN capitulation to their demands to exclude Afghan women and civil society.

The United Nations in Hindsight: The Military Staff Committee, Striving for Relevance in a Changing Era
MSC members recognize the difficulties in reactivating their role as envisioned in the U.N. Charter, aware that pushing boundaries may face resistance.

Toward a Global Sanctions Compact for Long-Overdue Reform
A checklist to clarify and expand exemptions when needed could lead to a broad agreement on how to use these measures for peace and security.

The Darfur Genocide Demands International Action and Accountability
The war in Sudan has led to genocidal attacks, displacement, disease, and famine, culminating in a grave humanitarian crisis. Yet, amidst the harrowing cries for help echoing from…

The Just Security Podcast: Harm to Women in War Goes Beyond Sexual Violence: `Obstetric Violence’ Neglected
Around the world `obstetric violence' remains entirely at the sidelines of global political conversations.

The U.N. Security Council Must Treat All Victims of Sexual Violence Equally
When it comes to addressing Conflict Related Sexual Violence, States must commit to the equality of all victims.

Q&A with Eliav Lieblich on Iran-Israel Hostilities
Expert insight on the legality of recent attacks by Iran and Israel, how domestic politics could impact an Israeli response, and prospects for de-escalation.

National Security at the United Nations This Week (Apr. 8-12)
The latest developments at the United Nations at the intersection of national security, human rights, and the rule of law.

National Security at the United Nations This Week (Apr. 1-5)
The latest developments at the United Nations at the intersection of national security, human rights, and the rule of law.

The Just Security Podcast: The Starvation War Crime in Sudan and Gaza
While immediate access to food and aid is the most urgent need, the crises in Sudan and Gaza also raise key questions about individual criminal responsibility.