Category Archives: Afghanistan

A Few Things Worth a Watch and a Read: Terrorism and IL, bin Laden’s Death and Justice(s)

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Mark Kersten

While JiC is almost only used as place for commentary rather than synopses or snap-shots of others views, I figured I would grant some respite to those tired of hearing what I think and highlighting three particularly interesting pieces. First, … Continue reading →

Posted in Afghanistan, Human Rights, Justice, Middle East, Osama bin Laden, Osama bin Laden and international law, Pakistan, Terrorism | 2 Comments

Bin Laden and International Law: Death or Trial?

Posted on May 3, 2011 by Mark Kersten

A debate regarding the legality of killing Osama bin Laden is raging across the internet. Everyone wants to know: was the assassination of bin Laden in accordance with international law? Yesterday, I weighed in on the broader question of whether … Continue reading →

Posted in Afghanistan, International Criminal Court (ICC), Iraq, Osama bin Laden and international law, Terrorism, United States | 6 Comments

The “Justice” of Killing bin Laden and What it Means for Gaddafi

Posted on May 2, 2011 by Mark Kersten

Last night, President Barack Obama announced to eager audiences around the world that America’s most wanted man, Osama bin Laden, had been assassinated. Obama described bin Laden’s death by declaring that “justice has been done.” People around the globe are … Continue reading →

Posted in Afghanistan, International Criminal Court (ICC), Libya, Libya and the ICC, Middle East, Osama bin Laden, Pakistan, Terrorism | 11 Comments