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Are Israel’s actions in Iran illegal? Could it be called self-defence? An international law expert explains

By Shannon Bosch, Associate Professor (Law), Edith Cowan University Israel’s major military operation against Iran has targeted its nuclear program, including its facilities and scientists, as well as its military leadership. In response, the United Nations Security Council has quickly convened an emergency sitting. There, the Israeli ambassador to the UN Danny Danon defended Israel’s … Continue reading “Are Israel’s actions in Iran illegal? Could it be called self-defence? An international law expert explains”