Russia’s ambassador to the UN, Vassily Nebenzia, raises his hand to veto a resolution condemning his country’s invasion of Ukraine, February 25 2022. EPA-EFE/Justin Lane

Ukraine: UN takes a step towards addressing ‘veto problem’ which stopped it condemning Russia

UN peacekeeping and security efforts have always been plagued by the Security Council veto. But moves are afoot to solve this problem.
Gambia’s President-elect Adama Barrow waves after his inauguration at Gambia’s embassy in Dakar, Senegal. But will he be able to go home? Reuters/Thierry Gouegnon

The questionable legality of military intervention in The Gambia

Military intervention is sanctioned and executed by states. It is thus always a function of state interests rather than the objective enforcement of law. The case of The Gambia is no different.

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