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Sanctions against UN Special Rapporteur temporarily reinstated

Families of those killed in boat strikes could seek accountability in international courts

Both Iran and United States exploring options as talks continue

Women’s freedom of association increasingly under threat

Sanctions against UN Special Rapporteur being debated in court

Iranian military capacity still cause for concern, says ex-CENTCOM commander

Trump administration faces potential setbacks in important Supreme Court cases

The promises and concerns of military neuroenhancement

AI race well underway between US and China

Tensions remain high as US and Iran exchange proposals to end war

CERL welcomes Mary McInnis Boies to its Executive Board

Judges in appeals court appear to side with CERL’s position against the punishment of Senator Kelly for a video addressing illegal orders

Former CENTCOM commander speaks about importance of staff judge advocates

CERL files amicus brief emphasizing Senator Mark Kelly’s statement in “Don’t Give Up the Ship” video is an accurate reflection of the law of superior orders

Killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei sparks debate about legality of killing heads of state

U.S.-Iran ceasefire deadline comes and goes under intense tension

Georgetown University panel discusses Pope Leo’s response to Iran war

International law experts discuss possible violations of international law in war in Iran

Trump administration threats against Iranian infrastructure pose serious risks to US military legitimacy

Indiscriminate targeting of infrastructure is a clear violation of international humanitarian law

US blockade on Iranian ports is an attempt to ‘turn the tables’ on Iran

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After Secretary Hegseth declares victory on the battlefield, former CENTCOM commander discusses what comes next

What the ceasefire means for the war in Iran

LUCAS drones are now indispensable part of American military arsenal

US commanders would be in ‘untenable position’ if ordered to attack all Iranian bridges and power plants

Attacks on energy infrastructure should take risk of civilian casualties into account

Ultimatum deadline looms over Iran war

Trump administration legal theories underpinning birthright citizenship case would be ‘disastrous’ for US says legal expert

Penn CERL and NIMJ file amicus brief in United States v. Askins urging Court to apply international law lens to “at war” tolling provision

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