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Eliav Lieblich

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Professor, Tel Aviv U Law, International Law. Visiting prof at U of Cologne. Editor, Yearbook of IHL; Coeditor, Elgar Handbook on IL Theory and War; Editoral Board, Just Security https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/cf_dev/AbsByAuth.cfm?per_id=1346165

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Eliav Lieblich @eliavl.bsky.social · Mar 10

1/ The world is ending but I wrote an article (forthcoming YJIL) about the prohibition on forcible reprisals. It analyzes its theoretical underpinnings and assumptions on world order, focuses on recent cases and suggests how to think about reprisals normatively.
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Eliav Lieblich @eliavl.bsky.social · 1d

This is of course a "happy" day to the extent that things can be "happy" now.

The key is what will be the mechanism that would prevent resumption of active hostilities after the hostages are returned.

I personally have no faith (to say the least) in the actors involved. Let's hope for the best.

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Eliav Lieblich @eliavl.bsky.social · 12d

Stares into almost 20 years of Netanyahu

George Conway 👊🇺🇸🔥 @gtconway.bsky.social · 12d

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Chris Hayes @chrislhayes.bsky.social · 14d

OUR BATHROOM MIRRORS ARE VITAL TO OUR NATIONAL SECURITY

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Eliav Lieblich @eliavl.bsky.social · Sep 10

Looking forward to @esil-sedi.bsky.social's annual conference, where I'll be chairing the Agora on the Laws of War.

This is a dark time to discuss these issues, which is also why they are so important. I'm glad that our panel focuses on issues that are key to understanding this moment.

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Ryan Goodman @rgoodlaw.bsky.social · Sep 3

1/ I worked at DoD. I literally cannot imagine lawyers coming up with a legal basis for lethal strike of suspected Venezuelan drug boat.

Hard to see how this would not be "murder" or war crime under international law that DoD considers applicable.

Read expert analysis by @bcfinucane.bsky.social⤵️

Legal Issues Raised by a Lethal U.S. Military Attack in the Caribbean

The Trump administration’s extraordinary lethal attack on this purported smuggling vessel raises significant potential legal issues.

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Eliav Lieblich @eliavl.bsky.social · Sep 3

I don't remember a darker moment

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Eliav Lieblich @eliavl.bsky.social · Aug 29

Must read

Tess Bridgeman @tessbridgeman.bsky.social · Aug 29

Wondering what's going on with 3 European countries initiating #Iran sanctions snap back at the UN?

Read my Q&A with @kelseykdavenport.bsky.social (Arms Control Association Nonproliferation Director)👇

www.justsecurity.org/119774/iran-...

What You Need to Know About Iran Sanctions Snap Back at the UN: A Q&A with Kelsey Davenport

On Aug. 28, three European nations triggered the UN snapback of Iran sanctions. Davenport explains impact, next steps, and why it matters.

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Just Security @justsecurity.org · Aug 28

We’re hiring! JS is seeking a full-time Editorial Assistant to support our democracy and rule of law initiatives and help advance our broader work and mission.

Application deadline is September 15. Early applications are highly encouraged. Apply here: www.justsecurity.org/just-securit...

Just Security Is Hiring: Editorial Assistant - Democracy and Rule of Law

Just Security is seeking strongly qualified candidates to fill a full-time Executive Assistant/Editorial Assistant (EA) role.

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Eliav Lieblich @eliavl.bsky.social · Aug 28

Earlier this week, we sent an urgent letter to Israeli authorities expressing grave concerns regarding the plan to expand the hostilities in Gaza, as reflected in statements by the Minister of Defense.

The list of signatories reflects a broad consensus among local international law academics.

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Eliav Lieblich @eliavl.bsky.social · Aug 12

Read my analysis here

Just Security @justsecurity.org · Aug 12

Leading occupation law expert Professor @eliavl.bsky.social (Tel Aviv University) breaks down Netanyahu's new plan for #Gaza:

Seeking greater territorial control while trying to deny humanitarian law obligations of occupation.

www.justsecurity.org/118902/same-...

More of the Same, But Worse: Netanyahu’s “New” Plan in Gaza

The plan follows a consistent logic: it seeks to deepen territorial control while denying the legal consequences of occupation.

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Ryan Goodman @rgoodlaw.bsky.social · Aug 11

Catch up to speed with weekday morning Podcast.

Latest news on

President Trump's federal and military actions toward DC
Ukraine ceasefire talks
FBI purge
More. Much, much more.

Drawing from wide range of reliable news reporting.

Early Edition August 11, 2025 - Just Security: Out Loud

Your curated weekday guide to the biggest national security and foreign policy developments over the past 24 hours. Compiled by the Just Security team and read by an automated voice, The Early Edition...

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Eliav Lieblich @eliavl.bsky.social · Aug 11

Last week, we sent the following grave warning to Prime Minister Netanyahu regarding the continuation and expansion of the war in Gaza.

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Just Security @justsecurity.org · Aug 1

הזמן אזל: הרעבה המונית בעזה וחובתו של העולם
מאת טום דננבאום ואלכס דה ואל
(Hebrew translation of essay)
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הזמן אזל: הרעבה המונית בעזה וחובתו של העולם

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Just Security @justsecurity.org · Jul 30

Just Security Out Loud

Stay informed, wherever you are.

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Ryan Goodman @rgoodlaw.bsky.social · Jul 28

2/ The Presidents' letter:

"According to the considered judgments of prominent legal experts within Israel ... these proposals would constitute serious violations of international law, amounting to war crimes and crimes against humanity."

Here's the apparent referent (Israeli scholars' letter)

Israeli Int'l Law Scholars on Plan to "Concentrate" Gaza Population

Israeli international law scholars send urgent letter to Israel’s Minister of Defense, the IDF Chief of Staff, the Attorney General.

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Ryan Goodman @rgoodlaw.bsky.social · Jul 28

1/ An inflection point

The Presidents of five Israeli universities send letter to Prime Minister Netanyahu (more have joined the letter since)

Calling on Netanyahu

- to address hunger crisis in Gaza

- to issue an "unequivocal condemnation" of recents statements by ministers

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Eliav Lieblich @eliavl.bsky.social · Jul 27

Almost as bad as the rise of the idiot leader

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Eliav Lieblich @eliavl.bsky.social · Jul 27

Sadly, my year at Cologne ends.

It's been an amazing experience to visit the Cologne Center for International History and Law @chlcologne.bsky.social, and a privilege to inaugurate the Kelsen Visiting Professorship there. Anyone working on these subjects should follow this exciting new Center!

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Verfassungsblog @verfassungsblog.de · Jul 23

Since the start of the Gaza war, leading Israeli legal scholars have written numerous letters raising concerns over grave international law violations.

We are publishing these letters for the first time in a collected English edition, with a summary by Kai Ambos.

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Quote: “We publish these documents also to make clear that we – as international lawyers – are all together in the struggle for international law, in Gaza and beyond.”

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Eliav Lieblich @eliavl.bsky.social · Jul 18

1700 Israeli academics, including Nobel laureates, university presidents, provosts and deans send a clear message to Israeli government: do not pursue the population concentration plan in Gaza, as this is immoral, and would constitute a war crime and a crime against humanity.

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Ralph Janik @ralphjanik.com · Jul 17

Guess it’s time for Netanyahu to bomb someone

Yair Rosenberg @yair-rosenberg.bsky.social · Jul 17

My latest: The wheels are falling off Netanyahu's government. Outside Israel, Bibi appears ascendant. But inside, the reality could not be more different. His government just lost two parties and now effectively controls just 50 of the Knesset's 120 seats and is careening toward collapse. Gift link:

The Wheels are Falling Off Netanyahu’s Government

The Israeli leader has been alienating his allies and is spiraling toward early elections.

www.theatlantic.com

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Eliav Lieblich @eliavl.bsky.social · Jul 17

Bingo

Eliav Lieblich @eliavl.bsky.social · Jul 16

Thanks @timesofisrael.com for this detailed and in-depth report.

www.timesofisrael.com/manifestly-i...

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Just Security @justsecurity.org · Jul 16

#ICJ judges must be perceived to embody impartiality. Roy Schondorf and Ava Drai argue that clearer ethical boundaries on perceived conflicts of interest must be developed to preserve the Court's continued authority and legitimacy.

www.justsecurity.org/117167/judic...

Judicial Integrity and Political Ambition at the ICJ

ICJ president Nawaf Salam's resignation shows why clear ethical boundaries are essential to the Court’s continued authority and legitimacy.

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Eliav Lieblich @eliavl.bsky.social · Jul 14

Glad to see that @nytimes.com quoted our letter on the minister of defense's "plan" to push civilians in Gaza to a tent city in Rafah.

There is still time to backtrack from this awful and illegal idea.

www.nytimes.com/2025/07/14/w...

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