Proponents of nuclear weapons disarmament should use the Russian negotiations to further the humanitarian push for arms control, leading to a nuclear weapon free zone in eastern Europe.
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Democracy Should Be Restored In Hungary While There Is Still Time and Capacity
European Union and Hungary have been at odds for years over issues ranging from judicial independence to media freedom, LGBTIQ+ affairs and refugee rights.
Ethiopia: Sexual Violence as a War Crime
Women and girls in Ethiopia have been the predominant target of sexual assaults and SGBV resulting in severe harm to their physical and psychological integrity.
Saakashvili’s Return to Georgia: Game Changer or a Vain Sacrifice?
The unexpected return and arrest of Georgia’s ex-president and a member of the current Ukrainian government Mikheil Saakashvili and its implications for Georgia’s political future.
The Tyranny of Taliban: Violation of Women’s Rights in Afghanistan
The militant takeover of Afghanistan by the Taliban has pushed back women’s rights back to the 1990s.
Tunisian Turmoil: Democracy in Crisis and the Shattering Hopes of The Arab Spring’s Sole Success Story
The Arab Spring revolts gave a glimmer of hope to the people against autocracy and dictatorship in Tunisia, however, this hope has turned into disappointment and disillusionment.
Aftermath of an Economic Crisis: The Rise of Instability in Lebanon
The COVID-19 pandemic has severely constrained Lebanon and its people who were already dealing with the aftershocks of the economic collapse and the consequent countrywide protests.
Is Japan Setting a Devastating Precedent: Fukushima Water Discharge Plan and Gross Violation of Human Rights and International Laws
Japan has sparked a global debate with its recent announcement that it will begin releasing treated radioactive water from the wrecked Fukushima nuclear plant into the Pacific Ocean.
The Tigray Crisis: A Genocide in the Making?
Given the recurring pattern of ethnic violence against the Tigrayan population, the risk of mass atrocities amounting to genocide could be imminent.
Peace v. Justice: Amnesties, Transitional Justice and International Law
The debate concerning transitional justice reveals much disagreement about the relationship between peace and justice.