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Free Republic of Liberland (English: Free Republic of Liberland) is a micronation declared on 13 April 2015 by Czech politician Vít Jedlička, whose international legal status remains controversial. Liberland claims territory on a disputed, unclaimed strip of land between Croatia and Serbia, located along the banks of the Danube River, with an area of approximately 7 km². Historical Background The declaration of Liberland is based on the border dispute between Croatia and Serbia. After the dissol

Comparative criminology is a subfield of criminology that examines crime phenomena, crime prevention policies, and justice systems in different countries from a comparative perspective. This field provides a valuable framework for understanding emerging international crimes, migration movements, transnational organized crime, and the interaction of diverse legal systems. Comparative criminology evaluates not only crime rates but also the perception of crime, penal policies, the structure of lega

Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu Common Press Meeting is a press conference held on 4 February 2025 in the United States (USA) by President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The meeting was organized within the framework of current conditions in the Gaza Strip and generated significant international public attention due particularly to Trump’s proposal that the United States take over Gaza and rebuild the region. The press conference included statements regarding the

The Gaza Tribunal is an international civil society initiative established as a people’s tribunal to evaluate Israel’s actions in the Gaza Strip within the framework of international law. First announced in November 2024 in London, the Tribunal was launched by a coalition of legal experts, academics, human rights advocates, and representatives of civil society organizations. Foundation Process and Underlying Principles of the Initiative The Gaza Tribunal initiative was established in response to

Recent statements from the United Nations once again lay bare the scale of the genocide unfolding in Gaza. UN Secretary-General’s Spokesperson Stephane Dujarric clearly emphasized that if Israel continues its ground operations, Palestinian families already struggling with a humanitarian crisis will be pushed to the very edge of an abyss.Anadolu Ajansı, “BM: İsrail'in Gazze harekâtı devam ederse Filistinli aileler uçurumun kenarına itilebilir.” Anadolu Ajansı, 14 Ağustos 2025. Erişim tarihi: 15 A

As a result of peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, we have begun to hear frequently about a concept known as Rare Earth Elements (REE). What makes this concept so significant? Or is this issue truly worthy of such attention? First, the term REE encompasses the lanthanides along with scandium and yttrium. Their applications are extremely broad, especially in everyday technological devices such as smartphones and automobiles, as well as in the transmission of renewable energy

Terra nullius is a Latin term meaning "land belonging to no one" soil. In international law, it is used to describe territories that are not under the sovereignty of any state or have not been formally claimed by any state. This concept has frequently come to the fore throughout history in the contexts of exploration, colonialism, and border disputes. Historical Usage In Roman law, the concept of terra nullius was used to refer to unclaimed or abandoned land. During the Middle Ages, when the feu

As a result of peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, we have begun to hear frequently about a concept known as Rare Earth Elements (REE). What makes this concept so significant? Or is this issue truly worthy of such considerable attention? First, the term REE encompasses the lanthanides along with scandium and yttrium. Their applications are extremely broad, especially in everyday technological devices such as smartphones and automobiles, as well as in the transmission of renewable ener

Terra nullius is a legal term derived from Latin meaning “land belonging to no one.” In international law, it is used to describe territories that are not under the sovereignty of any state or have not been formally claimed by any state. This concept has frequently resurfaced throughout history in the contexts of exploration, colonization, and border disputes. Historical Use In Roman law, the term terra nullius was used to refer to land that had not yet been claimed or had been abandoned. During

Ecocide is defined as the systematic, widespread, and permanent destruction of the natural environment, ecosystems, and biological diversity. This concept encompasses not only environmental damage but also the direct impacts of such damage on human health, cultural heritage, and the living conditions of future generations. The destruction caused by ecocide manifests itself through habitat loss, disruption of ecosystem functions, and the extinction of species. Today, environmental law evaluates t