The ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza have sparked heated discussions about international law and justice. These complex issues touch on a range of topics, including 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 issues and delve into the role of international law and justice in an increasingly divided world. The conversation touches on questions about 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.
The episode was recorded on 13 March 2024 and offers valuable insights into these pressing issues. Viewers are encouraged to read “Equality: The History of an Elusive Idea” by Darrin M. McMahon for more information on the concept of equality throughout history.