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Karima Bennoune @profkarimabennoune.bsky.social · 12d

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AJIL and AJIL Unbound @ajil.bsky.social · 12d

Looking forward to talking to all of our young scholars today about publishing in AJIL! #ASILMYM

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Karima Bennoune @profkarimabennoune.bsky.social · 12d

Last night at the opening of the Midyear Meeting of the American Society of #InternationalLaw @asilorg.bsky.social

in #Ohio

a 2nd year law student got up and asked a senior lawyer

"Will there be any law left to practice when I graduate?"

Wake Up, America

The threat to the rule of law is real

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Michigan Law @umichlaw.bsky.social · 12d

"The Federal Communications Commission’s recent push to have ABC suspend Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night talk show was a First Amendment disaster that has dire implications for everyone who values free expression."

Professor Len Niehoff in the @detroitnews.com

www.detroitnews.com/story/opinio...

Niehoff: Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension was a free speech disaster

Free speech for some, but not for others, isn’t free speech.

www.detroitnews.com

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Karima Bennoune @profkarimabennoune.bsky.social · 22d

In 2 days, join us to explore using international law in support of those on the frontlines of the struggle against #GenderApartheid in #Afghanistan & #Iran

As the Taliban cut internet access, there's never been a more crucial time to speak up for women's rights

Zoom registration: t.co/GPblDX1cXn

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Michigan Law @umichlaw.bsky.social · Sep 4

On September 18, 2025 we will host a conference, organized by Prof @profkarimabennoune.bsky.social, on ending gender apartheid in Afghanistan and beyond.

“Countering Gender Apartheid with International Law: A Strategic Convening”

Read more and register: michigan.law.umich.edu/news/michiga...

Michigan Law to Host Conference on Using International Law to Fight Gender Apartheid | University of Michigan Law School

The Law School will host a conference on ending gender apartheid in Afghanistan and beyond on September 18. It is organized by Professor Karima Bennoune, ’94, a leading scholar on the topic and a form...

michigan.law.umich.edu

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Sareta Ashraph @saretaashraph.bsky.social · Aug 27

Looking forward to being part of these discussions!

Join in person or online on Thursday 18 Sept for "Countering Gender Apartheid with International Law: A Strategic Convening" @umichlaw.bsky.social @profkarimabennoune.bsky.social

Karima Bennoune @profkarimabennoune.bsky.social · Aug 20

Join us Thurs SEPT 18 for

"Countering #GenderApartheid with International Law: A Strategic Convening"
@UMichLaw

Public hybrid panels 9AM-1PM ET; 1225 Jeffries Hall
Register for Zoom: tinyurl.com/4xxywu7h

Speakers incl: UN Special Rapporteur on #Afghanistan; Mariam Safi & Malala Yousafzai(video)

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Women's Learning Partnership @learningpartnership.org · Aug 25

WLP Morocco ADFM joins 32 organizations in condemning a government official's remarks that put marriage before education for young girls. The group is calling for authorities to protect women’s rights and families to prioritize girls’ education.

www.lopinion.ma/Mariage-des-...

Mariage des jeunes filles : Des associations féminines dénoncent les propos "offensants" de Benkirane

La polémique enfle après les propos de l'ex-chef du gouvernent, Abdelilah Benkirane, sur le mariage des jeunes filles. Des propos qui ont provoqué une vague d'indignation de la part de la "Coordinatio...

www.lopinion.ma

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Karima Bennoune @profkarimabennoune.bsky.social · Aug 20

Thanks so much for sharing, Julian. Anyone who wants to come in person can just show up without registering. Those who wish to join on zoom, please register to receive link.

Karima Bennoune @profkarimabennoune.bsky.social · Aug 20

Join us Thurs SEPT 18 for

"Countering #GenderApartheid with International Law: A Strategic Convening"
@UMichLaw

Public hybrid panels 9AM-1PM ET; 1225 Jeffries Hall
Register for Zoom: tinyurl.com/4xxywu7h

Speakers incl: UN Special Rapporteur on #Afghanistan; Mariam Safi & Malala Yousafzai(video)

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American Society of International Law @asilorg.bsky.social · Aug 18

Have you registered for #ASILAbroad Singapore yet? Full program is online at asil.org/asilabroad. Locals can register for CPD until the 29th of August!

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American Society of International Law @asilorg.bsky.social · Jul 2

The ASIL Abroad 2025 program is shaping up to be one you won’t want to miss.

🔍 Program details (with more to come):
👉 asil.org/abroad

Join us in Singapore this September.

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American Society of International Law @asilorg.bsky.social · Jul 29

Don't miss "Charting the Course: A dialogue with the Expert Group on the Future Development of the PCA" at #ASILAbroad 2025 in #Singapore!

This panel features distinguished members of the Expert Group on the Permanent Court of Arbitration. Visit asil.org/abroad to learn more and register.

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EJIL: Talk! @ejiltalk.bsky.social · Jul 24

Treaty and Custom in the ICJ’s Climate Change Opinion | by @aratojulian.bsky.social and @justinauriburu.bsky.social

Treaty and Custom in the ICJ’s Climate Change Opinion

The International Court of Justice has released its long-awaited Advisory Opinion on Obligations of States in respect of Climate Change. Delivered yesterday by a unanimous Court, the Opinion marks a t...

www.ejiltalk.org

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Karima Bennoune @profkarimabennoune.bsky.social · Jul 23

"The rule of law is a foundational concept & a precondition for a just world order. Today, it faces profound challenges that undermine international norms and standards, & multilateralism itself."

#InternationalLaw
from @asilorg.bsky.social Annual Meeting 2026 Theme Statement tinyurl.com/mpexfthk

2026 ASIL Annual Meeting | ASIL

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Karima Bennoune @profkarimabennoune.bsky.social · Jul 23

Calling #InternationalLaw colleagues everywhere

Please submit panel proposals for the American Society of Intl Law @asilorg.bsky.social‬ 2026 Annual Meeting by

5 PM ET July 28

Our timely topic is "Advancing & Defending the Rule of Law"

tinyurl.com/mpexfthk
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2026 ASIL Annual Meeting | ASIL

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NBC News @nbcnews.com · May 29

Harvard president receives standing ovation during commencement.

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Adil Haque @adhaque.bsky.social · May 29

"We are not asking for the impossible. We are asking for international humanitarian law to be respected and applied"

"Together with our partners, we accompany our supplies to the end. Our food reaches the malnourished child. Our vaccines go into a child’s arm."

— UNICEF Chief

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Citizen Cohn / Jonathan Cohn @citizencohn.bsky.social · May 23

It’s the largest upward transfer of wealth in American history, and House Republicans just voted to make it happen

By @jonathanbchait.bsky.social
www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archiv...

The Largest Upward Transfer of Wealth in American History

House Republicans voted to advance a bill that would offer lavish tax cuts for the rich while slashing benefits for the poor.

www.theatlantic.com

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Jen Taub @jentaub.bsky.social · May 23

So very psyched that healthcare expert @charlesgaba.com is joining me tomorrow to break down that big terrible bill for us.

See you at 8:30 am eastern Friday!

www.youtube.com/live/8FUQ42e...

Jen Taub LIVE - EXPERT FUMES: Bill Strips Healthcare from Millions of Americans

YouTube video by Jen Taub

www.youtube.com

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Chris Geidner @chrisgeidner.bsky.social · May 21

BREAKING: Following today's emergency hearing, Judge Brian Murphy orders the Trump administration to "maintain custody and control of class members currently being removed to South Sudan or to any other third country," such that he could order their return if needed.

Judge Brian E. Murphy: ORDER...At today's emergency hearing, the Court ordered Defendants to maintain custody and control of class members currently being removed to South Sudan or to any other third country, to ensure the practical feasibility of return if the Court finds that such removals were unlawful. While the Court leaves the practicalities of compliance to Defendants' discretion, Defendants have ensured, and the Court expects, that class members will be treated humanely.
The Court has further ordered that Defendants be prepared at tomorrow's prescheduled hearing to identify by name the affected class members and to address: (1) the time and manner of notice each individual received as to their third-country removal; and (2) what opportunity eachindividual had to raise a fear-based claim. In the event that Defendants determine that N.M. is not a class member, or was otherwise removed to any country other than South Sudan, Defendants must nonetheless be prepared to address the details of his removal, including when and to wherehe was removed, the names of individuals personally involved in executing his removal, and any information currently in Defendants' possession regarding his current whereabouts.
(BIB) (Entered: 05/20/2025)

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Neil deGrasse Tyson @neildegrassetyson.com · May 19

If a foreign adversary snuck into our Federal budget and cut science research and education the way we’re cutting it ourselves — strategically undermining America’s long-term health, wealth, and security — we would likely consider it an act of war.

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Roseanna Sommers @rosesomm.bsky.social · May 19

Get yourself a copy of @leahlitman.bsky.social's smart and funny new book LAWLESS. Actually, maybe get 2 so you don't have to share... bookshop.org/p/books/lawl...

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Adil Haque @adhaque.bsky.social · May 20

Full Statement by UK FM Lammy:

"Israel’s actions are intolerable"

"repellent"

"monstrous"

"I condemn it"

"morally unjustifiable, wholly disproportionate and utterly counter-productive"

"The world is judging. History will judge them."

"This is indefensible and it must stop."

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Purna @purnasen.bsky.social · May 15

Register here to join us at #CWASU to discuss legalised #prostitution with #CatharineMacKinnon and #MaxWaltman
on 23 May

#CAH
#EqualityModel
#Accountability

www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/joining-th...

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Karima Bennoune @profkarimabennoune.bsky.social · May 17

You can donate to the Mahfoud Bennoune memorial thesis award at the @umich.edu in his memory to support the next generation of scholars of North Africa. Thank you for considering

giving.umich.edu/um/w/mahfoud...

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Mahfoud Bennoune Memorial Thesis Award - 570802

Honors the late Professor Bennoune (1936-2004). Awarded to a CMENAS student in recognition of an outstanding MA thesis that focuses on North Africa and emphasizes values of tolerance, secularism, huma...

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