Sophie Barnett discusses Iran’s recent institution of proceedings against the US at the ICJ.
Tag: International Law
Growing Pains: The International Criminal Court, the African Union, and the Kampala Accords
The successful ratification of the Kampala Accords means the International Criminal Court will be able to charge leaders with the crime of aggression but trouble continues for the court as member states of the African Union publicly voice their discontent.
Taking Terrorism to an International Court: Ayyash et. al. continues to trial in The Hague
The Special Tribunal for Lebanon is delivering justice for former Lebanese prime minister Rafik Hariri and other victims of the Feb 14, 2005 bombings in Beirut in a unique way.
The Aftermath of the Kunduz Airstrike: Did the US Violate International Humanitarian Law?
Genevieve Zingg examines the legitimacy and effectiveness of international humanitarian law in light of the Kunduz airstrike.
Stavanger 2015—Looking ahead to the NATO Parliamentary Assembly (Pt. 4)
In Part 4 of this series, Kelly Rahardja examines a draft by the Economics and Security Committee concerning terrorist financing; an important issue at the upcoming Assembly in Stavanger, Norway.
Stavanger 2015—Looking ahead to the NATO Parliamentary Assembly (Pt. 3)
In Part 3 of this ongoing series, Ian examines a draft by the Science and Technology Committee concerning emerging challenges and opportunities in the Arctic; an important issue at the upcoming Assembly in Stavanger, Norway.
‘Killer Robots’ and the Future of Security
Ian is discussing the positive impacts that Artificial Intelligence and Lethal Autonomous Weapon Systems could play in the future of security and combat.
Putin Charts a Course Towards Autarky
Matt Korda explores the sinister side of Putin’s newest presidential decree.
Omar Khadr’s State of Exception
Emily Robinson discusses the exceptional case of Omar Khadr and his fight for freedom after thirteen years of incarceration.
Promised Land or Apartheid State: Israeli Settlements & International Law – Part 2 of 2
In Part II, Steven Chadwick discusses the legality of Israeli settlements in the West Bank with reference to the Fourth Hague Convention in addition to several UN Security Council Resolutions.