Access to lawyers must be ensured for anti-war protesters in the Russian Federation

Access to lawyers must be ensured for anti-war protesters in the Russian Federation

The months following the Russian Federation’s military invasion in Ukraine have been marked, in Russia itself, by a wave of protests against the invasion and systematic official suppression of expressions of opposition to the invasion. The government has hastily adopted new restrictive laws limiting expression of views on the conflict, followed by immediate enforcement through thousands of mostly arbitrary arrests and criminal charges related to the protests. In many cases, those arrested have not had access to prompt and confidential legal advice, and their right to an effective defence in court has been impeded. While obstruction of the work of lawyers in defence of human rights is a long-standing problem in Russia, the problem has become particularly acute in relation to the recent arrests of protesters.

New ICJ briefing paper on the human rights legal framework applicable to digital technologies

New ICJ briefing paper on the human rights legal framework applicable to digital technologies

In a briefing paper released today, the International Commission of Jurists points out that, “while new digital technology may be helpful for the protection of human rights, it also carries real and potential negative impact on the enjoyment of human rights”. This paper aims to contribute to the understanding of the international human rights legal framework applicable to the design, development and use of new digital technologies.

Israel: reform military justice system and ensure accountability for crimes under international law

Israel: reform military justice system and ensure accountability for crimes under international law

Israel must end the cycle of impunity for crimes under international law committed by Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) in the Occupied Palestinian Territory and overhaul its accountability framework and procedures, the ICJ said today.

Until then, the international community should fully support the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) investigation into the Situation in Palestine, as the sole avenue of accountability for past and ongoing crimes falling under the jurisdiction of the Court.

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