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Enough: Self-Defense and Proportionality in the Israel-Hamas Conflict
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.

From Darfur to Darfur: The Fall and Rise of Indifference to Mass Atrocities in Africa
This arc reveals both the African Union’s strengths and weaknesses in stopping atrocity crimes, and what it might yet accomplish.

Rethinking Counterterrorism
The failure of past counterterrorism policies and practice has led to unending cycles of violence.

Extended Detention Compounds Trauma for Thousands of Child Victims of Terrorism in Syria Camps
Countries must accelerate repatriation of their citizens, but governments need assistance to enhance their support systems for families.

The Discomforts of Politics: What Future for Atrocity Prevention?
Reinvigorating the atrocity prevention agenda requires focusing on accountability.

The Future of Atrocity Prevention: A Joint Symposium
Introducing a collaboration with the Programme on International Peace and Security at the Oxford Institute for Ethics, Law and Armed Conflict.

US Lethal Strikes Program Continues to Violate Int’l Human Rights Law
ICCPR review raises concerns about US program of lethal strikes outside of recognized war zones, in violation of international human rights law obligations.

US Regresses on Torture and Guantanamo at Treaty Review
By our count, the Human Rights Committee asked over 20 questions related to U.S. torture and/or the Guantanamo detention facility during the United States' ICCPR periodic review.…

What is the U.N. General Assembly Able to Do on the Israel-Hamas War?
The U.N. General Assembly's upcoming emergency special session is a critical time to address the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza.

Will a New Foreign Security Force for Haiti Embrace Accountability?
Robust accountability mechanisms must allow Haitians to seek justice for abuses linked to the new force as it operates outside UN systems.

It’s Not Too Late to Galvanize Action on Climate-Affected Mobility
The impact of climate change on mobility cannot be ignored, and should be at the forefront of the negotiations and decisions at COP28.

War on Water Prolongs Misery in Gaza
Israeli leaders must abide by the rules of international law that guide armed conflict and provide water access to civilians in Gaza.