The ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza have sparked debates about international law and justice. These complex and contentious issues touch on territorial claims, the use of force, the accountability of wrongdoers through international courts like the International Criminal Court and the International Court of Justice, and the intricacies of international humanitarian law.
In this week’s episode, Mark Leonard hosts ECFR senior policy fellow Anthony Dworkin to explore these pressing topics. Questions arise regarding the limits of international law, accusations of Western double standards, and the potential for international law to bring about justice in conflicts like those in Ukraine and Gaza, as well as in other parts of the world.
Recorded on 13 March 2024, this episode also considers the importance of international law in addressing global conflicts. Viewers are encouraged to read “Equality: The History of an Elusive Idea” by Darrin M. McMahon for insights into the concept of equality throughout history.
