good observation about no mention of assange... this is a human rights issue of the first order and yet no mention of it.. the reason its important is it's the same countries pushing for his continued detention in spite of the cruel punishment of solitary confinement which they've imposed on him.. these are the so called ''leaders of the free world'' and all that bs.. we can thank uk, usa and sweden for this directly...
the statement contains a lot of platitudes with very little concrete steps, especially with regard to the glaring issue of palestine... thanks karl..
In this interview, de Zayas outlines the case for prosecution against von der Leyen, who as president of the European Commission is Europe’s most senior political representative. Von der Leyen is accused of being in breach of the 1948 Convention on Genocide by aiding and abetting the Israeli state in its military onslaught against Palestinians.
It is not just von der Leyen who is liable for war crimes prosecution. Other senior members of the European Union – Charles Michel and Josep Borrell – and European national leaders such as France’s Emmanuel Macron, Germany’s Olaf Scholz and Britain’s Rishi Sunak are also indictable.
As Prof de Zayas points out, US President Joe Biden is a prime figure for prosecution given that the United States is the biggest political and military supporter of Israel.
All Western leaders have a case to answer for the appalling genocide in Gaza which has resulted in more than 40,000 Palestinian deaths, mainly among women and children. If a case can be made against von der Leyen then others will follow against Western leaders.
What de Zayas says is crucially important is to break the false aura of impunity that “arrogant” Western leaders think they have. These politicians have the misplaced belief that they are “untouchable” and “unaccountable” under international law.
He says the legal process initiated by his collective of jurists at the Geneva International Peace Research Institute of prosecuting Western leaders is gathering worldwide momentum. More international legal experts and concerned citizens are adding their names to the legal petition.
He is a Professor of International Law at the Geneva School of Diplomacy. Formerly, he served as the United Nations senior expert on international law. He has written 11 books, including Building a Just Global Order (2021, Clarity Press) and Countering Mainstream Narratives (2022, Clarity Press). (Details of book publications https://www.claritypress.com/book-aut….
More details on the legal movement to prosecute EC President von der Leyen and other Western leaders can be found at https://www.middleeastmonitor.com/202….
A final note on the conflict in Ukraine. The funneling of weapons into that country by the US and other NATO powers is grounds for prosecution under the war crimes of incitement against peace and instigation of aggression. The NATO powers are guilty of Nuremberg crimes that Nazi leaders were convicted of in 1946.
Professor de Zayas and his colleagues are serving notice on Western leaders that they are not above the law and they will eventually end up the dock to face justice. The groundswell of world public opinion is outraged by the war crimes in Gaza and NATO’s relentless warmongering in Ukraine. The movement of protests across the world against the genocide in Gaza is proof of the huge groundswell. The political challenge to establishment politicians and figures cannot be overstated.
A movement to call out the war criminals in high office and put them in the dock is long overdue but it is underway.
I particularly liked the reference to 'the occupied Palestinian territories' despite the apparent fixation on a two-state solution. In terms of the joint statement's seeming 'lack of flavour' for some, I think we have to remember it represents a consensus, hence the dilution of what is a potentially strong brew.
Yes, I saw what Pepe Escobar chose to highlight from the statement and it was a lot less than what I emphasized. As I replied elsewhere, this change in direction for India is very important, https://www.rt.com/india/599123-india-will-focus-on-resolving/
good observation about no mention of assange... this is a human rights issue of the first order and yet no mention of it.. the reason its important is it's the same countries pushing for his continued detention in spite of the cruel punishment of solitary confinement which they've imposed on him.. these are the so called ''leaders of the free world'' and all that bs.. we can thank uk, usa and sweden for this directly...
the statement contains a lot of platitudes with very little concrete steps, especially with regard to the glaring issue of palestine... thanks karl..
Interesting article regarding India's new foreign policy aims in Modi's third administration: Mending fences with Pakistan and China, https://www.rt.com/india/599123-india-will-focus-on-resolving/
As I've been thinking, the Quad with India is dead.
good observations likewise dave! cheers james
thanks! apparently bernhard was active on twitter today according to someone else - so that is positive news...
Really inspiring! I'm noticing that more people in the west are becoming aware of BRICS, and it gives them hope. Thanks for posting, Karl.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3N7X4gX-nLo
Must see. Neutrality studies on a push from the legal and civilan communities to indict officials for complicity in the genocide.
SCF has an article, "Biden and other Western leaders could face war crimes prosecution over Gaza and Ukraine," and linked video interview, which is a different, shorter, one than you provided. https://strategic-culture.su/news/2024/06/12/biden-and-other-western-leaders-could-face-war-crimes-prosecution-over-gaza-and-ukraine/ Here's the bulk of the article:
In this interview, de Zayas outlines the case for prosecution against von der Leyen, who as president of the European Commission is Europe’s most senior political representative. Von der Leyen is accused of being in breach of the 1948 Convention on Genocide by aiding and abetting the Israeli state in its military onslaught against Palestinians.
It is not just von der Leyen who is liable for war crimes prosecution. Other senior members of the European Union – Charles Michel and Josep Borrell – and European national leaders such as France’s Emmanuel Macron, Germany’s Olaf Scholz and Britain’s Rishi Sunak are also indictable.
As Prof de Zayas points out, US President Joe Biden is a prime figure for prosecution given that the United States is the biggest political and military supporter of Israel.
All Western leaders have a case to answer for the appalling genocide in Gaza which has resulted in more than 40,000 Palestinian deaths, mainly among women and children. If a case can be made against von der Leyen then others will follow against Western leaders.
What de Zayas says is crucially important is to break the false aura of impunity that “arrogant” Western leaders think they have. These politicians have the misplaced belief that they are “untouchable” and “unaccountable” under international law.
He says the legal process initiated by his collective of jurists at the Geneva International Peace Research Institute of prosecuting Western leaders is gathering worldwide momentum. More international legal experts and concerned citizens are adding their names to the legal petition.
Alfred de Zayas is a formidable legal authority who writes a regular column for Counterpunch magazine. https://www.counterpunch.org/author/a…
He is a Professor of International Law at the Geneva School of Diplomacy. Formerly, he served as the United Nations senior expert on international law. He has written 11 books, including Building a Just Global Order (2021, Clarity Press) and Countering Mainstream Narratives (2022, Clarity Press). (Details of book publications https://www.claritypress.com/book-aut….
More details on the legal movement to prosecute EC President von der Leyen and other Western leaders can be found at https://www.middleeastmonitor.com/202….
A final note on the conflict in Ukraine. The funneling of weapons into that country by the US and other NATO powers is grounds for prosecution under the war crimes of incitement against peace and instigation of aggression. The NATO powers are guilty of Nuremberg crimes that Nazi leaders were convicted of in 1946.
Professor de Zayas and his colleagues are serving notice on Western leaders that they are not above the law and they will eventually end up the dock to face justice. The groundswell of world public opinion is outraged by the war crimes in Gaza and NATO’s relentless warmongering in Ukraine. The movement of protests across the world against the genocide in Gaza is proof of the huge groundswell. The political challenge to establishment politicians and figures cannot be overstated.
A movement to call out the war criminals in high office and put them in the dock is long overdue but it is underway.
I particularly liked the reference to 'the occupied Palestinian territories' despite the apparent fixation on a two-state solution. In terms of the joint statement's seeming 'lack of flavour' for some, I think we have to remember it represents a consensus, hence the dilution of what is a potentially strong brew.
It occurs to me that the NDB should open a wing with Sharia lending practices to allow for West Eurasian financing.
Interesting. Your highlighting of certain concerns by Ministers was helpful. Thanks.
Lots of points but no indication of priority.
Still for people like me, it's helpful to focus and deliberate on the meaning of what is in this statement.
Yes, I saw what Pepe Escobar chose to highlight from the statement and it was a lot less than what I emphasized. As I replied elsewhere, this change in direction for India is very important, https://www.rt.com/india/599123-india-will-focus-on-resolving/
Pardon my bemusement at China putting its name to those climate and energy statements. I guess being inscrutable has its benefits.