The modern definition of ‘genocide’ refers to the intent to destroy, in whole or in part, a group of people based exclusively on their membership to a national, ethnic, racial or religious group. While genocides have occurred throughout human history, … Continue reading
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Israel Accused of Genocide at the International Court of Justice
“For some, the promise of ‘Never Again’ for all peoples is a slogan. For Israel, it is the highest moral obligation.” Tal Becker’s opening address to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) laid bare the poignant irony of the case … Continue reading
The War in Sudan: Conflict Rages as the World Looks Away
While the international media fixes its attention on Ukraine and the Middle East, other equally devastating conflicts are comparatively forgotten. An example of this is the ongoing war in Sudan, a civil conflict primarily between the Sudanese Armed Forces and … Continue reading
Blood of the People: Inside the Peruvian Uprising
In the past month, Peru has descended into chaos. Beginning after the impeachment of President Pedro Castillo by the Peruvian congress, protesters across the nation have risen up, demanding a change to the political status quo, which has the legislative … Continue reading
‘Canada’s’ Ongoing Colonial Violence Brings Death to Indigenous Peoples
These discoveries stand as a stark reminder to non-Indigenous people that the country known as ‘Canada’ is not only built upon the genocide of Indigenous peoples, but that this extends to Indigenous children in these residential schools.
Genocide As A “Cultural Norm”: U.S. Selective Intervention in Global Humanitarian Crises
The contradiction in both declaring the violence against Uyghur Muslims in China as genocide and then defending limited US involvement because of different “cultural norms” is a stark reminder of the Janus-faced developmental diplomacy that forefronts US interests and provides yet another convenient facade for non-interventionist policy.
Rape as a Weapon of Genocide: Systematic Sexual Abuse Within China’s Internment Camps
If there is no meaningful action taken, China risks becoming another country on a list that remains too long to begin with. The costs of this failure will, most likely, be borne first and foremost by Uighur women.