Crime of Aggression

Netherlands to Host Tribunal on Russian Aggression

A historic decision has been made as the Netherlands has agreed to host the Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine. This tribunal, backed by a coalition of 36 countries and the European Union, is crucial for filling a gap in international law by focusing specifically on prosecuting senior Russian officials for the crime of aggression. President Zelensky highlighted the significance of this move, stating it will enable accountability for Russia’s top political and military leadership for initiating the illegal war. Additionally, discussions between Zelensky and Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten addressed the aftermath of recent Russian attacks on Kyiv and reinforced ongoing cooperation in air defense and defense capabilities.

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Zelenskiy: Russia Must Be Held Accountable for Aggression

Zelenskiy says Russia must be held responsible for the “crime of aggression,” and frankly, it’s about time. He’s absolutely right. This isn’t just about the immediate atrocities, the documented war crimes – terrible as they are. This goes to the very core of the problem, the initiating act that spawned all the subsequent horrors. The “crime of aggression” – the unprovoked invasion – is the root of the evil. Everything else branches out from there. Justice really does have to start at the beginning.

It’s easy to see the clarity of the situation, the undeniable truth that something fundamental needs to change.… Continue reading