The European Council on Foreign Relations

Bin Laden’s Death – The End of the Global War on Terror?

2011-05-03T12:50:25+00:00

The killing of Osama bin Laden will have a significant impact on both al-Qaeda and the fight against Islamic terrorism by the US and its allies. President Obama now has the task - and the opportunity - to rethink how the US is conducting that fight.

The EU and the Southern neighbourhood in 2010

2011-04-01T12:26:04+00:00

European countries are playing a central role in the Libyan intervention, and the EU is looking to help the transitions in Tunisia and Egypt. But before Mohammed Bouazizi set himself on fire, setting off the sequence of protests, how well did Europe perform when dealing with its southern neighbourhood last year?

Don’t abandon Tunisia

2011-02-25T08:36:14+00:00

Tunisia's democrats have made an amazing start, after launching the wave of popular uprisings that are continuing to rock the Arab world. But they worry that the world will forget them as they embark upon the massive project of rebuilding a new Tunisia.

Drone Attacks: Why New Wars Need New Rules

2010-10-14T12:43:12+00:00

Obama’s increased use of drone attacks has left many people on both sides of the Atlantic unsure how to react. A new approach, based on human rights principles, is needed to assess their permissibility.

The International Criminal Court: A Time for Consolidation

2010-05-28T17:25:12+00:00

Eight years ago countries across the world backed the launching of a permanent International Criminal Court to bring those who commit mass atrocities to justice. The ICC is up for review, starting on 1 June in Uganda. The biggest question on the table is: should the ICC have jurisdiction over the crime of aggression?

Dworkin terrorism politica exterior

2009-07-17T13:02:39+00:00

La desuni?n transatl?ntica en materia antiterrorista ha causado problemas legales y ha impedido emitir un mensaje que redujera el atractivo de Al Qaeda.

Dworkin Guardian Guantanamo

2009-06-04T20:03:06+00:00

Europe must seize the opportunity presented by Obama's desire to close Guantanamo.

counter terrorism Guantanamo EU US Dworkin

2009-05-27T08:17:37+00:00

Obama is redefining the fight against terrorism. But he has come up against some stiff criticism and urgently needs the EU's help.

Dworkin Sri Lanka Independent

2009-05-20T08:51:57+00:00

Now that the fighting in Sri Lanka is over, attention must focus on reconciliation.

Human rights - a time for reflection Dworkin

2008-12-10T13:44:09+00:00

Anthony Dworkin calls for a moment of reflection in the light of the anniversary of the human rights declaration.

A new partnership in support of international law Dworkin

2008-11-05T11:13:48+00:00

Obama's election offers the opportunity for the EU and the US to come together in pledging to fight terrorism within the framework of fundamental human rights.

Dworkin Europe should support the ICC over Darfur

2008-07-14T16:40:36+00:00

The indictment of Sudan's president marks a critical moment for the International Criminal Court. European supporters of international justice should give it their backing.

dworkin on saadi vs italy ruling

2008-02-28T14:46:35+00:00

In a ruling announced today, the European Court of Human Rights has struck a significant blow in defence of Europe's moral standing in the fight against terrorism.

eu on human rights

2008-02-08T07:49:31+00:00

The gap between the EU's rhetorical and actual commitment to democracy and human rights could lead to growing international scepticism about the EU's role on the global stage.