‘We need to make it work’: Can international law deliver justice?

The Doha Forum in Qatar focused on the crisis in Gaza and the effectiveness of international law in delivering justice. Experts at the forum expressed concern that political pressure from nation states undermines international law. The discussion was spurred by allegations of genocide against Israel and the challenges faced by international justice mechanisms. Francesca Albanese, the UN special rapporteur on the occupied Palestinian territories, described the personal consequences she faced after the US government sanctioned her for her work on Israel's actions in Gaza. She believes the sanctions are an attempt to silence voices advocating for justice and human rights. The forum raised questions about whether international law can provide justice amidst the ongoing conflict.

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