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ICC arrest warrant against PM Benjamin Netanyahu. Now what? DW 11/21/2024

ICC judges issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant for war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza.

ICC issues arrest warrant for Benjamin Netanyahu for alleged Gaza war crimes

The ICC has issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant, and Deif, alleging war crimes in the Gaza conflict.

Accused war criminal status will be hard stigma for Netanyahu to shrug off

The ICC's arrest warrants against Israeli leaders signify a shift in international law and justice, challenging former perceptions of the court.

Israel's Netanyahu, Gallant issued ICC arrest warrants: What's next?

Netanyahu and Gallant are indicted for war crimes by the ICC, marking a first for Israeli officials amid the ongoing Gaza conflict.

The ICC's credibility is hanging by a thread

The ICC must act against alleged war crimes to maintain its legitimacy.

ICC arrest warrant against PM Benjamin Netanyahu. Now what? DW 11/21/2024

ICC judges issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant for war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza.

ICC issues arrest warrant for Benjamin Netanyahu for alleged Gaza war crimes

The ICC has issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant, and Deif, alleging war crimes in the Gaza conflict.

Accused war criminal status will be hard stigma for Netanyahu to shrug off

The ICC's arrest warrants against Israeli leaders signify a shift in international law and justice, challenging former perceptions of the court.

Israel's Netanyahu, Gallant issued ICC arrest warrants: What's next?

Netanyahu and Gallant are indicted for war crimes by the ICC, marking a first for Israeli officials amid the ongoing Gaza conflict.

The ICC's credibility is hanging by a thread

The ICC must act against alleged war crimes to maintain its legitimacy.
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#icc

International Criminal Court issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant

The ICC has issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant over war crimes in Gaza, marking a significant international condemnation.

BREAKING: International Criminal Court Issues Arrest Warrant For Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu

The ICC has issued arrest warrants for leaders accused of war crimes in Gaza.

Vladimir Putin Is Officially A Wanted Man

The ICC issued arrest warrants for Putin and Lvova-Belova over war crimes related to the Ukraine invasion.
The warrants have significant implications for international law and cooperation.

Meet the man in charge of prosecuting war crimes

The ICC's lead prosecutor, Karim Khan, navigates complex jurisdictional issues while investigating war crimes linked to the ongoing conflict in Israel and Gaza.

ICC seeks arrest of Netanyahu, Gallant and Hamas' Deif DW 11/21/2024

The ICC issued arrest warrants for Israeli leaders due to alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity during the Gaza conflict.

What's the point of international law? | Start Here

International law aims to promote peace and justice, yet faces challenges in enforcement and accountability.

International Criminal Court issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant

The ICC has issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant over war crimes in Gaza, marking a significant international condemnation.

BREAKING: International Criminal Court Issues Arrest Warrant For Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu

The ICC has issued arrest warrants for leaders accused of war crimes in Gaza.

Vladimir Putin Is Officially A Wanted Man

The ICC issued arrest warrants for Putin and Lvova-Belova over war crimes related to the Ukraine invasion.
The warrants have significant implications for international law and cooperation.

Meet the man in charge of prosecuting war crimes

The ICC's lead prosecutor, Karim Khan, navigates complex jurisdictional issues while investigating war crimes linked to the ongoing conflict in Israel and Gaza.

ICC seeks arrest of Netanyahu, Gallant and Hamas' Deif DW 11/21/2024

The ICC issued arrest warrants for Israeli leaders due to alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity during the Gaza conflict.

What's the point of international law? | Start Here

International law aims to promote peace and justice, yet faces challenges in enforcement and accountability.
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#international-criminal-court

I.C.C. Prosecutor Presses Court for Arrest Warrants for Hamas Chiefs and Israeli Leaders

Karim Khan urges the ICC for urgent arrest warrants against Hamas and Israeli officials for war crimes related to the recent conflict.

ICC issues arrest warrant for Israeli PM Netanyahu for war crimes' in Gaza

The ICC has issued arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity.

ICC issues arrest warrants for Benjamin Netanyahu, Yoav Gallant and Mohamed Deif over alleged war crimes Middle East live

The ICC issued arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders for alleged war crimes in Gaza.

International Criminal Court issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Hamas officials

The ICC has taken significant action against Israeli and Hamas officials for alleged war crimes, raising international implications.

Who Has the ICC Charged With War Crimes?

Netanyahu is now among the few sitting leaders charged by the International Criminal Court, raising international legal and diplomatic questions.

International Criminal Court Issues Arrest Warrants for Netanyahu and Hamas Commander

The ICC issued warrants against Israeli leaders for war crimes, impacting international relations and negotiations regarding the ongoing Gaza conflict.

I.C.C. Prosecutor Presses Court for Arrest Warrants for Hamas Chiefs and Israeli Leaders

Karim Khan urges the ICC for urgent arrest warrants against Hamas and Israeli officials for war crimes related to the recent conflict.

ICC issues arrest warrant for Israeli PM Netanyahu for war crimes' in Gaza

The ICC has issued arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity.

ICC issues arrest warrants for Benjamin Netanyahu, Yoav Gallant and Mohamed Deif over alleged war crimes Middle East live

The ICC issued arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders for alleged war crimes in Gaza.

International Criminal Court issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Hamas officials

The ICC has taken significant action against Israeli and Hamas officials for alleged war crimes, raising international implications.

Who Has the ICC Charged With War Crimes?

Netanyahu is now among the few sitting leaders charged by the International Criminal Court, raising international legal and diplomatic questions.

International Criminal Court Issues Arrest Warrants for Netanyahu and Hamas Commander

The ICC issued warrants against Israeli leaders for war crimes, impacting international relations and negotiations regarding the ongoing Gaza conflict.
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#russia

Ukraine accuses Russia of executing 16 PoWs on eastern front

Ukraine investigates the execution of 16 soldiers by Russian troops, highlighting ongoing war crimes against PoWs.

Russian naval officer accused of war crimes' killed in Crimea car bombing

Targeted killings of Russian military leaders in Crimea and other occupied territories reflect ongoing conflict and military strategies employed by Ukraine.

Russia Sentences 2 Soldiers Over Killing of Ukrainian Family

Two Russian soldiers received life sentences for murdering a family of nine in occupied Ukraine, marking a rare prosecution for war crimes.
This case highlights the ongoing issues of atrocities committed by Russian forces in Ukraine and the international response.

Ukraine updates: UN body warns Russia on power grid strikes DW 09/19/2024

Russia's airstrikes on Ukraine's electrical infrastructure likely violate international law according to a UN report.

Ukraine blames Russian air force commander for children's hospital attack

Sergei Kobylash is named a suspect in the missile strike on Okhmatdyt Children's Hospital, leading to casualties and major damage.

Why Western companies must stay out of Russia

Ukraine's resilience amid the ongoing conflict highlights the stark realities of war, including significant civilian impacts and corporate complicity.

Ukraine accuses Russia of executing 16 PoWs on eastern front

Ukraine investigates the execution of 16 soldiers by Russian troops, highlighting ongoing war crimes against PoWs.

Russian naval officer accused of war crimes' killed in Crimea car bombing

Targeted killings of Russian military leaders in Crimea and other occupied territories reflect ongoing conflict and military strategies employed by Ukraine.

Russia Sentences 2 Soldiers Over Killing of Ukrainian Family

Two Russian soldiers received life sentences for murdering a family of nine in occupied Ukraine, marking a rare prosecution for war crimes.
This case highlights the ongoing issues of atrocities committed by Russian forces in Ukraine and the international response.

Ukraine updates: UN body warns Russia on power grid strikes DW 09/19/2024

Russia's airstrikes on Ukraine's electrical infrastructure likely violate international law according to a UN report.

Ukraine blames Russian air force commander for children's hospital attack

Sergei Kobylash is named a suspect in the missile strike on Okhmatdyt Children's Hospital, leading to casualties and major damage.

Why Western companies must stay out of Russia

Ukraine's resilience amid the ongoing conflict highlights the stark realities of war, including significant civilian impacts and corporate complicity.
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#displacement

Israel's forced displacement in Gaza amounts to war crime: HRW

Israel reportedly plans to prevent Palestinians from returning to Gaza permanently, according to Human Rights Watch.

Dozens Dying Under Rubble as Israel Blocks Rescue Missions to North Gaza, Rights Group Says

Israeli forces are conducting extrajudicial executions and terrorizing civilians in north Gaza amidst forced evacuations, according to human rights groups.

People in Gaza are enduring almost unparalleled suffering', says aid group

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza is unprecedented, with severe suffering reported among families, widows, and children amidst ongoing conflict.

Israel's forced displacement in Gaza amounts to war crime: HRW

Israel reportedly plans to prevent Palestinians from returning to Gaza permanently, according to Human Rights Watch.

Dozens Dying Under Rubble as Israel Blocks Rescue Missions to North Gaza, Rights Group Says

Israeli forces are conducting extrajudicial executions and terrorizing civilians in north Gaza amidst forced evacuations, according to human rights groups.

People in Gaza are enduring almost unparalleled suffering', says aid group

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza is unprecedented, with severe suffering reported among families, widows, and children amidst ongoing conflict.
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#gaza-conflict

Seven killed as Israel strikes Gaza school sheltering displaced again

Recent air strikes on schools in Gaza have resulted in numerous civilian casualties, prompting accusations of war crimes against Israel.

The Guardian view on a genocide probe call: sense in Gaza's senseless conflict | Editorial

Pope Francis calls for an investigation into potential genocide amid rising Gaza casualties, highlighting urgent accountability needs.

UN inquiry accuses Israel of crime of extermination' in Gaza

Israel has been found committing war crimes and crimes against humanity through deliberate attacks on healthcare in Gaza during its conflict with Hamas.

Palestinians will not be allowed to return to homes in northern Gaza, says IDF

Israeli forces are using systematic evacuation of northern Gaza, denying residents return, and humanitarian aid restrictions.
IDF acknowledges no return for northern Gaza residents amid claims of war crimes.

Israel attacks school sheltering displaced Palestinians in Gaza

An Israeli airstrike on a school in Gaza killed at least 15, raising the death toll to 36 in 24 hours amid ongoing conflict.

Israel is trying to erase our presence': Palestinians say generals' plan' to clear north Gaza is under way

The humanitarian situation in northern Gaza is unprecedentedly dire, with civilians facing severe shortages and military aggression.

Seven killed as Israel strikes Gaza school sheltering displaced again

Recent air strikes on schools in Gaza have resulted in numerous civilian casualties, prompting accusations of war crimes against Israel.

The Guardian view on a genocide probe call: sense in Gaza's senseless conflict | Editorial

Pope Francis calls for an investigation into potential genocide amid rising Gaza casualties, highlighting urgent accountability needs.

UN inquiry accuses Israel of crime of extermination' in Gaza

Israel has been found committing war crimes and crimes against humanity through deliberate attacks on healthcare in Gaza during its conflict with Hamas.

Palestinians will not be allowed to return to homes in northern Gaza, says IDF

Israeli forces are using systematic evacuation of northern Gaza, denying residents return, and humanitarian aid restrictions.
IDF acknowledges no return for northern Gaza residents amid claims of war crimes.

Israel attacks school sheltering displaced Palestinians in Gaza

An Israeli airstrike on a school in Gaza killed at least 15, raising the death toll to 36 in 24 hours amid ongoing conflict.

Israel is trying to erase our presence': Palestinians say generals' plan' to clear north Gaza is under way

The humanitarian situation in northern Gaza is unprecedentedly dire, with civilians facing severe shortages and military aggression.
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#lebanon

Three journalists killed in Israeli attack in southern Lebanon

The Israeli air strike on journalists in southern Lebanon is considered a deliberate act targeting the press without any prior warning.

The World

Haiti's leadership change raises constitutional concerns amidst regional tensions and humanitarian crises.

UN peacekeepers in Lebanon say Israel has fired on their bases deliberately

UN peacekeeping forces in Lebanon are facing deliberate attacks from Israel, raising international concerns about escalating conflict and safety of peacekeepers.

Mapping Israeli attacks on Lebanon's healthcare system

Israel's military actions in Lebanon are severely impacting healthcare, resulting in numerous deaths of health workers and destruction of medical facilities.

Lebanon Death Toll Rises as UN Experts Condemn Israel's Attacks as War Crimes

Israel's recent attacks in Lebanon have resulted in unprecedented casualties and eye injuries, transforming thousands into disabled individuals within days.

Taoiseach says 'deliberate targeting' of civilians by Israel is 'a war crime'; 15 UN peacekeepers suffer effects of smoke after IDF tanks enter camp

Israeli actions targeting UNIFIL positions are unacceptable, but Irish peacekeepers are safe.

Three journalists killed in Israeli attack in southern Lebanon

The Israeli air strike on journalists in southern Lebanon is considered a deliberate act targeting the press without any prior warning.

The World

Haiti's leadership change raises constitutional concerns amidst regional tensions and humanitarian crises.

UN peacekeepers in Lebanon say Israel has fired on their bases deliberately

UN peacekeeping forces in Lebanon are facing deliberate attacks from Israel, raising international concerns about escalating conflict and safety of peacekeepers.

Mapping Israeli attacks on Lebanon's healthcare system

Israel's military actions in Lebanon are severely impacting healthcare, resulting in numerous deaths of health workers and destruction of medical facilities.

Lebanon Death Toll Rises as UN Experts Condemn Israel's Attacks as War Crimes

Israel's recent attacks in Lebanon have resulted in unprecedented casualties and eye injuries, transforming thousands into disabled individuals within days.

Taoiseach says 'deliberate targeting' of civilians by Israel is 'a war crime'; 15 UN peacekeepers suffer effects of smoke after IDF tanks enter camp

Israeli actions targeting UNIFIL positions are unacceptable, but Irish peacekeepers are safe.
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Jailed Bosnian Serb general says he aided and abetted Srebrenica genocide

Radislav Krstic's confession of aiding genocide raises skepticism among survivors who view it as a tactic for early release from prison.

Human Rights Watch accuses Israel of forced displacement, amounting to

Israeli authorities' actions in Gaza constitute forced displacement and crimes against humanity, as reported by Human Rights Watch.
#military-accountability

The War Crimes That the Military Buried

The military's accountability for war crimes is severely lacking, leaving victims without justice.

Pete Hegseth's Role in Trump's Controversial Pardons of Men Accused of War Crimes

Hegseth's nomination for Secretary of Defense raises concerns about military accountability and the potential impact of ‘woke’ culture on the military.

Australia strips medals from Afghanistan war commanders

Australia is stripping military officers of awards due to credible war crime evidence amid Afghanistan operations.
The decision aligns with the Brereton Report's recommendations for accountability and command responsibility.

The War Crimes That the Military Buried

The military's accountability for war crimes is severely lacking, leaving victims without justice.

Pete Hegseth's Role in Trump's Controversial Pardons of Men Accused of War Crimes

Hegseth's nomination for Secretary of Defense raises concerns about military accountability and the potential impact of ‘woke’ culture on the military.

Australia strips medals from Afghanistan war commanders

Australia is stripping military officers of awards due to credible war crime evidence amid Afghanistan operations.
The decision aligns with the Brereton Report's recommendations for accountability and command responsibility.
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#ukraine

Russian's commit 'another war crime' as a Ukrainian POW 'executed with a sword' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The execution of an unarmed Ukrainian soldier highlights severe violations of human rights and the Geneva Convention by Russian forces.

Empty Beds: a mural highlights the abduction of Ukrainian children

A powerful mural in NYC raises awareness of the abduction of 19,546 Ukrainian children, evoking deep emotional resonance and calling for remembrance.

When Russian bombs fall on Kharkiv, this man collects the evidence

The ongoing war in Ukraine continues to devastate civilian lives, as illustrated by police investigator Serhii Bolvinov's harrowing work in Kharkiv.

Ukraine kills Russian chief of staff in a deadly car bomb in Crimea - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Valeriy Trankovsky, a key military figure linked to civilian attacks in Ukraine, was killed by a Ukrainian special operation.

Russian's commit 'another war crime' as a Ukrainian POW 'executed with a sword' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The execution of an unarmed Ukrainian soldier highlights severe violations of human rights and the Geneva Convention by Russian forces.

Empty Beds: a mural highlights the abduction of Ukrainian children

A powerful mural in NYC raises awareness of the abduction of 19,546 Ukrainian children, evoking deep emotional resonance and calling for remembrance.

When Russian bombs fall on Kharkiv, this man collects the evidence

The ongoing war in Ukraine continues to devastate civilian lives, as illustrated by police investigator Serhii Bolvinov's harrowing work in Kharkiv.

Ukraine kills Russian chief of staff in a deadly car bomb in Crimea - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Valeriy Trankovsky, a key military figure linked to civilian attacks in Ukraine, was killed by a Ukrainian special operation.
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#israeli-palestinian-conflict

Palestinians describe being used as human shields' by Israeli troops in Gaza

Israeli troops reportedly forced Palestinian detainees to act as human shields during military operations, indicating a systematic practice within the Israel Defense Forces.

War crimes in Gaza I Al Jazeera Investigations

Al Jazeera's investigation reveals Israeli war crimes in Gaza through soldiers' digital posts, highlighting systemic violence and international complicity.

What bombs did Israel use against the al-Mawasi safe zone' in Gaza?

Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, possibly using MK-84 bombs, have led to significant civilian casualties and raised concerns over the legality and morality of such actions.

What did Al Jazeera's investigation into Israeli war crimes in Gaza reveal?

The I-Unit's investigation utilizes social media posts from Israeli soldiers as evidence of potential war crimes, marking a significant moment in documenting modern warfare.

IDF distances itself from no return' remarks about north Gaza evacuees

The IDF has clarified that comments about forcing northern Gaza residents to evacuate do not represent their official stance.

Palestinians describe being used as human shields' by Israeli troops in Gaza

Israeli troops reportedly forced Palestinian detainees to act as human shields during military operations, indicating a systematic practice within the Israel Defense Forces.

War crimes in Gaza I Al Jazeera Investigations

Al Jazeera's investigation reveals Israeli war crimes in Gaza through soldiers' digital posts, highlighting systemic violence and international complicity.

What bombs did Israel use against the al-Mawasi safe zone' in Gaza?

Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, possibly using MK-84 bombs, have led to significant civilian casualties and raised concerns over the legality and morality of such actions.

What did Al Jazeera's investigation into Israeli war crimes in Gaza reveal?

The I-Unit's investigation utilizes social media posts from Israeli soldiers as evidence of potential war crimes, marking a significant moment in documenting modern warfare.

IDF distances itself from no return' remarks about north Gaza evacuees

The IDF has clarified that comments about forcing northern Gaza residents to evacuate do not represent their official stance.
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#human-rights

The rules of war aren't protecting civilians. Can they be enforced?

The ongoing Russian attacks on civilians in Ukraine highlight significant war crimes, with over 78,000 documented cases since February 2022.

Rounded up, massacred and posted on social media: can Ethiopia bring justice for atrocities in Tigray?

The Tigray region of Ethiopia witnessed a brutal massacre of civilians, with soldiers executing men and hiding their crimes from the world.

Relentless' Israeli Attacks on Gaza Medical Workers Are War Crime, U.N. Panel Says

The UN has accused Israel of war crimes for attacks on healthcare in Gaza, retaliating against Hamas.
Healthcare in Gaza is critically endangered, with limited access to supplies and care for patients.

Are Countries Ignoring the Laws of War?

Civilian protection laws are increasingly ignored in contemporary conflicts, leading to serious humanitarian consequences.

Put Vladimir Putin on Trial for War Crimes? That's One Lawyer's Demand.

Geoffrey Robertson advocates for prosecuting Vladimir Putin for aggression against Ukraine, emphasizing the need for accountability regardless of political power.

Kyiv's bombed children's hospital rebuilds, and one boy heads home

A Russian missile strike on a children's hospital in Ukraine displaced hundreds of sick children, highlighting the ongoing humanitarian crisis amid the war.

The rules of war aren't protecting civilians. Can they be enforced?

The ongoing Russian attacks on civilians in Ukraine highlight significant war crimes, with over 78,000 documented cases since February 2022.

Rounded up, massacred and posted on social media: can Ethiopia bring justice for atrocities in Tigray?

The Tigray region of Ethiopia witnessed a brutal massacre of civilians, with soldiers executing men and hiding their crimes from the world.

Relentless' Israeli Attacks on Gaza Medical Workers Are War Crime, U.N. Panel Says

The UN has accused Israel of war crimes for attacks on healthcare in Gaza, retaliating against Hamas.
Healthcare in Gaza is critically endangered, with limited access to supplies and care for patients.

Are Countries Ignoring the Laws of War?

Civilian protection laws are increasingly ignored in contemporary conflicts, leading to serious humanitarian consequences.

Put Vladimir Putin on Trial for War Crimes? That's One Lawyer's Demand.

Geoffrey Robertson advocates for prosecuting Vladimir Putin for aggression against Ukraine, emphasizing the need for accountability regardless of political power.

Kyiv's bombed children's hospital rebuilds, and one boy heads home

A Russian missile strike on a children's hospital in Ukraine displaced hundreds of sick children, highlighting the ongoing humanitarian crisis amid the war.
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#ukraine-conflict

A Nightmarish New Report Has Detailed Russia's War Crimes In Ukraine

The UN report highlights severe human rights violations and war crimes committed by Russia during the Ukraine invasion.

Three Red Cross workers killed in eastern Ukraine shelling

Russian shelling in Donetsk killed three ICRC workers, highlighting the dangers humanitarian organizations face in conflict zones.

Finland charges a combatant with war crimes allegedly committed in 2014 in Ukraine

The prosecution of war crimes in Finland highlights the complexities of international law in ongoing conflicts like the one in Ukraine.

A Nightmarish New Report Has Detailed Russia's War Crimes In Ukraine

The UN report highlights severe human rights violations and war crimes committed by Russia during the Ukraine invasion.

Three Red Cross workers killed in eastern Ukraine shelling

Russian shelling in Donetsk killed three ICRC workers, highlighting the dangers humanitarian organizations face in conflict zones.

Finland charges a combatant with war crimes allegedly committed in 2014 in Ukraine

The prosecution of war crimes in Finland highlights the complexities of international law in ongoing conflicts like the one in Ukraine.
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#humanitarian-crisis

Who will protect civilians in war-torn Sudan?

Both sides in the Sudan conflict are committing serious human rights violations, worsening the humanitarian crisis.

Sudan war sees mass killings and no sign of ending DW 10/31/2024

RSF's ongoing violence in Sudan has resulted in widespread civilian casualties and a humanitarian crisis.
The defection of an RSF commander triggered brutal retaliatory attacks against civilians.

Sudanese rebels appear to be posting self-incriminating videos of torture and arson on social media

Self-incriminating footage by RSF fighters may provide grounds for war crime prosecutions.
The RSF is associated with a campaign of ethnic cleansing in Sudan.

The Guardian view on foreign powers in Sudan: struggling for advantage while civilians starve | Editorial

Foreign powers are significantly involved in Sudan's civil war, contributing to a humanitarian crisis through arms supplies and support to rival factions.

Starving Gaza

A doctor in Gaza struggles to treat malnourished children amid dire shortages caused by an illegal siege that has created unprecedented humanitarian conditions.

Israel bombs compound of Gaza's Al-Aqsa Hospital, killing one person

The Israeli military's bombing of the Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital is a severe escalation of violence and a significant humanitarian concern for displaced Palestinians.

Who will protect civilians in war-torn Sudan?

Both sides in the Sudan conflict are committing serious human rights violations, worsening the humanitarian crisis.

Sudan war sees mass killings and no sign of ending DW 10/31/2024

RSF's ongoing violence in Sudan has resulted in widespread civilian casualties and a humanitarian crisis.
The defection of an RSF commander triggered brutal retaliatory attacks against civilians.

Sudanese rebels appear to be posting self-incriminating videos of torture and arson on social media

Self-incriminating footage by RSF fighters may provide grounds for war crime prosecutions.
The RSF is associated with a campaign of ethnic cleansing in Sudan.

The Guardian view on foreign powers in Sudan: struggling for advantage while civilians starve | Editorial

Foreign powers are significantly involved in Sudan's civil war, contributing to a humanitarian crisis through arms supplies and support to rival factions.

Starving Gaza

A doctor in Gaza struggles to treat malnourished children amid dire shortages caused by an illegal siege that has created unprecedented humanitarian conditions.

Israel bombs compound of Gaza's Al-Aqsa Hospital, killing one person

The Israeli military's bombing of the Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital is a severe escalation of violence and a significant humanitarian concern for displaced Palestinians.
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#justice

Uganda: Ex-LRA rebel commander gets 40-year sentence DW 10/25/2024

Kwoyelo was sentenced to 40 years for war crimes, marking the first conviction of a senior LRA member.

The Hypocrisies of International Justice

The Tokyo trial aimed for international justice but faced significant challenges undermining its legitimacy.

Paris court sentences Rwandan ex-doctor for genocide involvement

Eugene Rwamucyo was found guilty of complicity in genocide and sentenced to 27 years in prison for his role during the Rwandan genocide.

Uganda sentences LRA commander Thomas Kwoyelo to 40 years for war crimes

Thomas Kwoyelo's sentencing marks a significant moment in Uganda's judicial system for addressing war crimes related to the Lord's Resistance Army.

Uganda: Ex-LRA rebel commander gets 40-year sentence DW 10/25/2024

Kwoyelo was sentenced to 40 years for war crimes, marking the first conviction of a senior LRA member.

The Hypocrisies of International Justice

The Tokyo trial aimed for international justice but faced significant challenges undermining its legitimacy.

Paris court sentences Rwandan ex-doctor for genocide involvement

Eugene Rwamucyo was found guilty of complicity in genocide and sentenced to 27 years in prison for his role during the Rwandan genocide.

Uganda sentences LRA commander Thomas Kwoyelo to 40 years for war crimes

Thomas Kwoyelo's sentencing marks a significant moment in Uganda's judicial system for addressing war crimes related to the Lord's Resistance Army.
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#human-rights-violations

Ukraine accuses Russia of sudden spike in POW killings

Russian forces are increasingly executing surrendering Ukrainian soldiers, constituting a potential war crime.
Over 43 criminal investigations into these killings have been opened since 2022.

UN Reports Human Rights Violations in Sudan, Some Amounting to War Crimes

The U.N. reports severe human rights violations in Sudan, with war crimes committed by both the army and RSF causing widespread civilian suffering.

Ukraine accuses Russia of sudden spike in POW killings

Russian forces are increasingly executing surrendering Ukrainian soldiers, constituting a potential war crime.
Over 43 criminal investigations into these killings have been opened since 2022.

UN Reports Human Rights Violations in Sudan, Some Amounting to War Crimes

The U.N. reports severe human rights violations in Sudan, with war crimes committed by both the army and RSF causing widespread civilian suffering.
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#israel

Three journalists killed by Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon

The airstrike on journalists in Lebanon underscores the dangers faced by media professionals in conflict zones, irrespective of their political affiliations.

Opinion | Israel's Pager Bombs Have No Place in a Just War

Espionage or not, the recent explosions targeting Hezbollah operatives in civilian spaces may constitute a war crime.

Israel slams UN probe on deliberate attacks to destroy Gaza's health system

The UN inquiry accuses Israel of systematic attacks on Gaza's healthcare system, labeling them as war crimes and crimes against humanity.

Three journalists killed by Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon

The airstrike on journalists in Lebanon underscores the dangers faced by media professionals in conflict zones, irrespective of their political affiliations.

Opinion | Israel's Pager Bombs Have No Place in a Just War

Espionage or not, the recent explosions targeting Hezbollah operatives in civilian spaces may constitute a war crime.

Israel slams UN probe on deliberate attacks to destroy Gaza's health system

The UN inquiry accuses Israel of systematic attacks on Gaza's healthcare system, labeling them as war crimes and crimes against humanity.
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He's An Indicted War Criminal!' Ex-Amb Slams UN Leader On CNN For Meeting Vladimir Putin In Russia

Ambassador William Taylor criticized UN Secretary General Guterres for meeting with Putin at the BRICS summit, calling it inappropriate considering Putin's status as a war criminal.

A former Bosnian prison camp guard living in Mass. is convicted of lying to get refugee status and US citizenship

A Bosnian man was convicted for lying to secure U.S. refugee status while concealing his involvement in wartime abuses.

Countries aiding Israel's occupation may be complicit': UN experts

The UN commission calls for Israel to stop settlement expansion and return occupied land to Palestinians due to its unlawful occupation.
Countries aiding Israel are urged to reevaluate their complicity in its actions against Palestinians.

Families seek to clear names of men who refused to fight for former Dutch colony

The families of jailed conscientious objectors in the Indonesian conflict seek to clear their relatives' names, arguing they were rightfully against the violence.
#israel-palestine-conflict

One Year After Oct. 7, Peace Seems More Elusive Than Ever

Commemorating the one-year anniversary of the Oct. 7 attacks reveals the ongoing conflict's roots and the toll on civilians in Gaza.

Israeli Troops Have Repeatedly Filmed Themselves Committing War Crimes

The Al Jazeera documentary reveals Israeli soldiers celebrating war crimes through social media, raising urgent questions about accountability and awareness.

One Year After Oct. 7, Peace Seems More Elusive Than Ever

Commemorating the one-year anniversary of the Oct. 7 attacks reveals the ongoing conflict's roots and the toll on civilians in Gaza.

Israeli Troops Have Repeatedly Filmed Themselves Committing War Crimes

The Al Jazeera documentary reveals Israeli soldiers celebrating war crimes through social media, raising urgent questions about accountability and awareness.
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Sweden charges Islamic State woman in landmark trial

A Swedish woman is charged with genocide and war crimes for keeping Yazidi women and children as slaves between 2014 and 2016.

That Doesn't Make Any Sense': Mehdi Hasan Baffled by Jill Stein's Non-Answer to Putin Question

Jill Stein faced tough questions on her stance regarding Putin's actions in Ukraine during an interview with Mehdi Hasan.
#afghanistan

The Failures of the Military-Justice System

The military justice system rarely punishes perpetrators of possible American war crimes, as revealed by a comprehensive new database.

Australia strips medals over Afghan war crimes DW 09/12/2024

Australia's military commanders will lose medals due to war crimes allegations in Afghanistan, following a four-year investigation revealing severe misconduct.

The Failures of the Military-Justice System

The military justice system rarely punishes perpetrators of possible American war crimes, as revealed by a comprehensive new database.

Australia strips medals over Afghan war crimes DW 09/12/2024

Australia's military commanders will lose medals due to war crimes allegations in Afghanistan, following a four-year investigation revealing severe misconduct.
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Normalising al-Assad's regime is against Europe's interests

Normalising relations with al-Assad would endorse war crimes and exacerbate the refugee crisis in Europe.

Ukrainian officials call for film about Russian soldiers to be pulled from TIFF | CBC News

Ukrainian officials are urging TIFF to withdraw a documentary viewed as whitewashing Russian soldiers' actions in Ukraine.
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