M. Caslini (2026), The Supreme International Crime: On Power and Inequalities in Light of the Special Tribunal for Aggression Against Ukraine
Addressing the limited criminological scholarship on the crime of aggression, Martina Caslini’s article, “The Supreme International Crime: On Power and Inequalities in Light of the Special Tribunal for Aggression Against Ukraine” (International Criminal Law Review, 2026), explores its place within political and state crime studies, the structural inequalities underpinning impunity, and the potential of a victim-centred approach informed by the transitional justice paradigm to challenge them.
Inclusion by Exclusion: Participation, Structure and the Marginalization of Victims of Conflict-Related Sexual Violence at the ICC
The article “Inclusion by Exclusion: Participation, Structure and the Marginalization of Victims of Conflict-Related Sexual Violence at the ICC” by Harkiran Sehgal examines the participation of victims in international criminal justice, focusing in particular on the experiences of victims of conflict-related sexual violence before the International Criminal Court.
Academic reflections on recent U.S. comments regarding the International Criminal Court
In the July 16 episode of “Il Mondo”, the podcast by Internazionale, Professor Chantal Meloni analyzes the tensions arising from the United States in relation to the International Criminal Court, particularly following Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s comments against this independent institution.
Whose Stories Count? The Epistemic Pathways of Victims’ Narratives at the International Criminal Court
“Whose Stories Count? The Epistemic Pathways of Victims’ Narratives at the International Criminal Court” by Alessandra Cuppini, published in the Journal of International Criminal Justice, explores how victims’ stories are received and interpreted within the International Criminal Court.
Italy’s Failure to Cooperate in the Almasri Case before the International Criminal Court
The new article “Italy’s Failure to Cooperate in the Almasri Case before the International Criminal Court: Between International Obligations and Responsibility for Crimes against Migrants in Libya”, written in Italian, by Chantal Meloni and Maria Crippa, has been published in Issue No. 1, 2026 of the journal Diritto, Immigrazione e Cittadinanza.
“We want change but not like this”: Iran between violence and the desire for liberation
What is the relationship between violence and freedom? Can violence truly emancipate? Taking the situation in Iran as a starting point, this is a reflection on one of the most persistent promises in recent political history: that violence can be an instrument of liberation. A promise that, in practice, so often turns out to be a betrayal.
The restorative path to justice
The book by Antoine Garapon reflects on justice in the face of extreme crimes, questioning the traditional punitive paradigm. Through the concept of a “restorative path,” it explores listening, responsibility, and social reconstruction as key elements of justice processes.
Constructing ‘Victim-Centred Peace’: The Contribution of the International Criminal Court’s Reparations to Victims in the Al-Mahdi Case in Timbuktu
The article explores how ICC reparations in the Al-Mahdi case contributed to building a “victim-centred peace” in Timbuktu. The concept is examined through justice, material restoration, and victims’ satisfaction, highlighting the tangible impact of reparative measures.
International Justice Under Attack
The conference “International Justice Under Attack” explores the challenges facing international criminal justice in responding to war crimes and violations of international law. Through a lectio magistralis and expert interventions, the event will analyze the limits, threats, and future prospects of global justice.
Responding to Crimes Committed by the Wagner Group: The Challenges of Legal Accountability
On March 2, 2026, the international conference “Responding to Crimes Committed by the Wagner Group: The Challenges of Legal Accountability” will be held in Paris. It is organized by Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne and the Institut de Recherche en Droit International et Européen de la Sorbonne.