Opinion & Editorials

Op-ed: Expectations v. Action: Sudan & Selective Human Rights
Human Rights, Opinion Shakhrizat Abdusalamova Human Rights, Opinion Shakhrizat Abdusalamova

Op-ed: Expectations v. Action: Sudan & Selective Human Rights

The Responsibility to Protect is an international norm asserting that world leaders should act to safeguard civilians of a country if its own government is unable to do so. Celebrated as a victory for human dignity, it reflects the idea that preventing atrocities such as crimes against humanity is a global responsibility. Unfortunately, international human rights protection often struggles to translate into effective action.

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Op-Ed: International Silence as Israel Expands its Occupation of Syria While Destroying its Defence Capabilities
Sofia Dominguez-Trejo Sofia Dominguez-Trejo

Op-Ed: International Silence as Israel Expands its Occupation of Syria While Destroying its Defence Capabilities

The international community remains silent when it comes to Israel’s violations of international law in Syria. The Golan Heights occupation and annexation, as well as the destruction of Syria’s defense capabilities render Syria weak and vulnerable during this time in its governmen’s transition. This elephant in the room has been conveniently ignored at international meetings regarding Syria’s future under HTS. How much longer will Israel continue to evade international law in Syria?

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