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Imagine a world leader facing the possibility of arrest for war crimes. Today, that scenario is not fiction but reality.
The International Criminal Court has issued an arrest warrant against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant.
These charges, linked to the Gaza conflict, have sent shockwaves through international politics and law.
While the ICC has previously indicted other heads of state, this case marks a significant development in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict.
In this episode of What Matters Today, we dig into the intricate details of this unprecedented move. We'll explore the ICC's mandate, the specific allegations, and the profound implications for global diplomacy and justice.
Joining us is Professor Paola Gaeta, a renowned expert in international law here at the Geneva Graduate Institute.
Professor Gaeta has an extensive background in international criminal law, international humanitarian law, and human rights. She is also a member of the editorial board of the Journal of International Criminal Justice and has published widely on these subjects. With her help, today’s episode will navigate this complex and controversial topic with her deep expertise and insights.
Welcome to this joint Who is voting in 2024 and What Matters Today podcast episode.
A quick word about both of these series.
Who is voting in 2024 is a series produced by the Geneva Graduate Institute’s Albert Hirschman Centre On Democracy focusing on the multiple elections taking place in 2024.
What Matters Today, which is produced by the Institute’s Communications department, is a current affairs podcast series featuring Geneva Graduate Institute faculty and international experts commenting on the most pressing global issues.
Our guests today are Mukulika Banerjee and Gopalan Balachandran.
Mukulika is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the London School of Economics and Political Science. She specializes in political anthropology and election cultures, among other areas. Having just returned from a few weeks in India, she brings a valuable "on the ground" perspective to this discussion.
Gopalan is the Co-Director of the Albert Hirschman Centre on Democracy and a Professor of International History and Politics at the Geneva Graduate Institute. His areas of expertise include globalization, emerging countries, and diasporas, among others.
In this episode, we explore a groundbreaking legal case in Switzerland where the European Court of Human Rights addressed the intersection of climate change and human rights violations.
We analyze the arguments presented in the case and the court's evaluation of their claims, highlighting the significance of establishing governmental accountability in climate policy.
We also discuss the broader implications of the ruling for global climate justice and human rights protection, and offer insights into the actions governments, including Switzerland, must take to mitigate climate change and safeguard the rights of all citizens.
Our guest is Anne Saab, Associate Professor in International Law at the Geneva Graduate Institute.
From the bustling streets of Moscow to the corridors of power in the Kremlin, Russia stands at a critical crossroads.
Recent events have cast a shadow over the nation, leaving citizens and observers alike questioning the future of democracy and governance. As part of our ongoing election series, in this episode of What Matters Today we delve deep into the heart of one of the most consequential events in contemporary Russian politics: the recent election.
Join us as we unravel the complexities, explore the implications, and seek to understand what lies ahead for Russia and the world."
Our guest today is Dr. Vassily Klimentov, Faculty Lead, Applied Research Projects, Conflict, Peace, & Security Track here at the Institute
The podcast currently has 48 episodes available.