crimes against humanity

‘International law is in crisis’: Experts are concerned over the state of accountability on the global stage

Conflict & Justice

A number of experts say they have never been more concerned about the state of international law. Powerful states like the US have threatened and imposed sanctions on institutions like the International Criminal Court. The UN Security Council has been paralyzed by the veto power of its members for more than a decade. Meanwhile, atrocities like the ones in Gaza, Ukraine and Sudan continue unabated.

Michael Kirby, chairperson of the Commission of Inquiry on Human Rights in North Korea holds a copy of his report during a news conference at the United Nations in Geneva February 17, 2014.

A UN report details atrocities in North Korea that are painful to even imagine

Conflict & Justice