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Beyond the Coup in Myanmar: The Tatmadaw Must Be Hit Where it Hurts – Its Wallet
It's time for the the world to cut off Myanmar junta's access to international markets, writes Chris Sidoti.
Undermining Norms? How the Antipersonnel Mine Ban Has Endured in US Policy
The Trump shift became more notable for what it did not lead to than for what it did. Now Biden has a chance to set US policy on the side of humanity.
Will Iran’s New President be Held Accountable?
Raisi was directly involved in the summary execution of thousands of political prisoners in 1988. Is there a path to justice today?
As Troops Withdraw from Afghanistan, the UN Needs to Act
It is time for the U.N. Human Rights Council to establish an independent international investigation into human rights atrocities in Afghanistan.
The Méndez Principles: The Case for US Legislation on Law Enforcement Interviews
Americans are increasingly interested not only in reallocating police resources, but also making policing more effective and more ethical.
The Méndez Principles: Beware Crossing the Line to Psychological Torture
As the UN marks the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, a reminder of the many forms of such abuse that are prohibited.
Duque’s War in Colombia: High Stakes For UN, OAS, and Biden Administration as Human Rights Crisis Spins Out of Control
Amid widespread protests, continued US support for Duque will further erode implementation of the peace accords and spur deeper conflict.
The Méndez Principles: A Focus on the Exclusionary Rule
To eliminate interrogation abuses, consistently bar all information gained via torture or cruel, inhumane and degrading treatment.
Why UN Counterterrorism Needs Human Rights Oversight Now
There is clear evidence that the growth of U.N. counterterrorism activity has been accompanied by significant deterioration of human rights protections.
The UN Has Options Beyond the Security Council for Cross-Border Aid to Syria
Security Council approval for cross-border aid expires July 10. Can the UN continue aid operations without Council authorization?
UN Global Counter Terrorism Strategy and Humanitarian Action: A Case for Saving Lives
Counterterrorism measures are increasingly restricting humanitarian action, negatively impacting aid delivery, and posing security and legal risks to humanitarian actors and their…
The Méndez Principles: Sharpening the View on Interrogation and Utilitarianism
Philosopher-jurist Jeremy Bentham's “ticking bomb scenario,” often cited to justify torture, has spawned wild misconceptions.