
Safe Streets or Shaky Standards? The Fallout of El Salvador’s ‘Mano Dura’ Policy
El Salvador—the smallest Central American country with a population of 6.8 million[1]—is known for its rich culture and tasty foods.[2] However, behind the peaceful volcanoes

Legality of Economic Sanctions Under International Law
Introduction Economic sanctions have become a dominant tool in international relations, shaping global conflicts without direct military engagement.[1] Economic sanctions are “the deliberate, government-inspired withdrawal,

International Animal Welfare and the Need for Governing Treaties
In an increasingly interconnected world, issues concerning human rights, environmental protection, and global security are often addressed through international treaties and agreements. However, one area

The Hebron Protocol: Israel’s Racial Discrimination Policy Against Palestinians in Al-Khalil
February 25th marked the 31st anniversary of the Ibrahimi Mosque Massacre, where Baruch Goldstein, an American settler in Palestine and member of far-right Zionist group,

The New Future for Mexico and its Judicial System
The tarnished history of Mexico’s judicial system led former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador to propose “Plan C” for judicial reforms on February 5, 2024.[1]

Aid, Influence, and Infrastructure: How Gutting the United States Agency for International Development Opens the Door for China in Latin America
In its first ninety days, the second Trump Administration has been determined to pick fights, whether with its closest neighbors in this hemisphere in Latin

Shielded from Liability: United States’ Doctrine of Qualified Immunity as an International Outlier in Police Accountability Policy
On July 10, 2017, police officers arrived at Gabriel Olivas’s home after his son called 911 to report that his father was suffering from a

Crypto Crime and Punishment: The Case for Stronger International Regulations
For as long as financial systems have existed, criminals have found ways to exploit them. In today’s digital age, cryptocurrency represents the new frontier, bringing

The Extra-Territorial Impact of the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation on United States Businesses
In today’s digital age, data privacy has emerged as a critical concern for governments, businesses, and individuals around the world. As the collection, processing, and

Climate Litigation and Accountability: Enforcing Global Commitments Through Domestic and International Law
Climate ligation serves as an enforcement tool by addressing a wide range of issues related to climate change, including the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions

China’s Contribution to Space Debris and Its Violation of the Outer Space Treaty
The rapid growth of space exploration stands as one of the most transformative technological developments of the 21st Century. Successful Mars rover missions and launching

Beyond Galamsey: Aligning Ghana’s Response to Illegal Artisanal Gold Mining with International Law and Sustainable Reform
Introduction: A Crisis Beneath the Soil Across Ghana’s forests and rivers, a silent crisis unfolds—one fueled by desperation, corruption, and the relentless pursuit of gold.[1]