Bridging the Divide: International Law and Justice in a Divided World

As the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza continue to rage on, discussions surrounding international law and justice have become increasingly prevalent in everyday conversations. These complex and controversial conflicts touch on a range of issues, 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 of “The European Council on Foreign Relations Podcast,” host Mark Leonard invites ECFR senior policy fellow Anthony Dworkin to explore the role of international law and justice in a world that seems more divided than ever before. The conversation delves into 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.

Recorded on March 13th, 2024, this episode offers valuable insights into these pressing issues and highlights 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 a deeper understanding of this complex topic.