Ardi Imseis

Dr. Ardi Imseis, a legal expert with UN experience, delves into complexities of the Palestine situation through international law. Topics include UN's management of Palestine issue, legal implications of Israel's occupation, global divide in international law, and reshaping institutions for a more equitable framework.

In a thought-provoking discussion, Dr. Ardi Imseis, an Associate Professor of Law at Queens University and author on the UN's treatment of Palestine, delves into the historical failings of international law regarding Palestinian rights. He critiques how the UN's policies have violated these rights over decades. The conversation touches on the implications of legal subalternity, state responsibility, and the ongoing struggle for accountability and reparations. Dr. Imseis emphasizes the need for justice that transcends legal frameworks, shedding light on the challenges faced by Palestinians today.

William Lawrence, a political science and international affairs professor and former U.S. diplomat, joins Ardi Imseis, a law professor and ex-UN legal officer. They discuss the implications of the U.S. blocking UN resolutions for a Gaza ceasefire. Lawrence highlights the potential for UN General Assembly initiatives, while Imseis assesses the challenges of deploying troops and suggests sanctions might be a more viable response. They also delve into legal avenues and the complex interactions of U.S. politics with international law and recognition efforts.