Today we consider why the US view of Israel’s “right to security” must be reconciled with the landmark ICJ ruling that Israel must end its illegal occupation of Palestine territory as rapidly as possible.
A post-Gaza-war way forward: Part Two
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A reality check on Canada’s Security Council bid and more
Whatever the outcome of Canada’s Security Council bid, robust mechanisms for sustained, substantive civil society engagement are an indispensable part of enhancing Canadian capacity for UN leadership on peace and security.
A way forward in Venezuela, Ukraine and Yemen
In Venezuela, Ukraine and Yemen, the government of Canada must decisively move to embrace new opportunities for diplomatic peacemaking.
This is a defining moment for the Justin Trudeau government
By ending arms sales to Saudi Arabia, Canada can make a real difference toward genuine accountability in the brutal Khashoggi murder and in impeding Saudi Arabia’s ability to continue its monstrous war in Yemen.
ICAN wins 2017 Nobel Peace Prize
Awarding the 2017 Nobel Peace Prize to civil society organization ICAN sends a powerful message on what can be achieved when governments, civil society, and international organizations collaborate.
Historic UN Vote on Nuclear Ban Treaty
Canada’s NO vote on the solution to launch a negotiation in 2017 to ban nuclear weapons puts it on the wrong side of history.