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Are Israel’s actions in Iran illegal? Could it be called self-defence ? An international law expert explains

This is not the first time Israel is advancing a broad interpretation of self-defence.

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Shannon Bosch

There are clear laws on enforcing blockades – Israel’s interception of the Madleen raises serious questions

There are clear laws on enforcing blockades – Israel’s interception of the Madleen raises serious questions

Blockades may be used in wartime, but only if they meet 5 legal conditions. Have Israel’s actions complied with the law?

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Russia is labelling Oscar Jenkins a ‘mercenary’, not a prisoner of war. What’s the difference – and why does this matter?

Mercenaries are outlawed under international law. But Russia has misused the label to deny foreign fighters their protections as prisoners of war.

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Shannon Bosch