CFTJ was invited to the ICC Assembly of State Parties at the UN headquarters in New York to present the situation of Armenian victims of the crime of aggression. Armenia was attacked militarily by Azerbaijan in 2021 and 2022, resulting in occupied lands and profound human

This year marks CFTJ’s 5-year anniversary: a testament to five years of relentless work, unwavering dedication, and the incredible support from all of you. Together, we’ve made a real impact, but we’re far from finished. We’re thrilled to invite you to an intimate gathering on

CFTJ took part in an exclusive side event at the UN Headquarters in NYC during the Special Session of the ICC Assembly of States Parties, urging states to adopt the Kampala amendments on the crime of aggression. Judge Gassia Apkarian highlighted the situation of Armenian

Why is harmonization necessary: 1️⃣ Close opt-out & non-party loopholes 👉 consistent reach 2️⃣ Put aggression on the same footing as genocide & war crimes 👉 equal justice 3️⃣ Enforce the UN Charter’s ban on force 👉 stronger deterrence 4️⃣ Boost ICC credibility by ending double.

Kampala Agreement: Today 48 countries have ratified it and the Assembly of States Parties is meeting 7-9 July to debate closing the remaining opt-out loopholes. #KampalaAgreement #ICC #ASP2025.

The ICC’s crime of aggression: when a political or military leader plans, prepares, initiates or executes a manifest UN-Charter-breaking act of force by their state against another. Set out in Article 8 bis of the Rome Statute (Kampala Amendments, 2010). #CrimeOfAggression #ICC.

On July 7th, CFTJ will participate in an exclusive side event at the UN Headquarters in New York during the Special Session of the ICC Assembly of States Parties. This high-level gathering will address a critical question: how can the International Criminal Court close the gaps

July 7, 2025: @cftjustice will present at the side event to the Special Session of the ICC Assembly of States Parties to the Rome Statute of the ICC on the review of the amendments on the crime of aggression titled “What’s at stake: The Devastating Impact on Victims of Aggression.

July 7th to July 9th, 2025, the International Criminal Court (ICC) will hold a Special Session of the Assembly of States Parties at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. @cftjustice will be there!.

Over the course of three days, leading experts, legal scholars, and human rights advocates came together at CFTJ’s 4th Annual International Conference to examine the crime of aggression from every angle: its origins, its legal framework, the narratives that enable it, and the

“I stand before you as an Armenian, a victim of Azerbaijan’s aggression, to say that the international community has a moral and legal responsibility to protect vulnerable populations.”. CFTJ’s Anahit Harutyunyan delivers powerful testimony to the ICC Special Working Group on

RT @MischaGHall: Day 1, panel 1 of @CFTJustice conference on the crime of aggression in Yerevan, Armenia

Day 1 of the 4th Annual @CFTJustice Conference in Yerevan wrapped with discussions- from Nuremberg to Kampala, from Syria to Nagorno-Karabakh. Legal, strategic & human stories laid the foundation for rethinking the crime of aggression. #CFTJ2025 #InternationalJustice

Words can incite, dehumanize, and lay the groundwork for violence. Hate speech isn’t just rhetoric; it’s a weapon that can enable aggression and fuel wars. Armenophobia, promoted nationwide from a young age and at the highest levels of Azerbaijan’s leadership, has played a

CFTJ’s latest report documents Azerbaijan’s continued military aggression against civilians in Armenia’s Syunik Province. These attacks reflect a broader campaign of violence aimed at displacing Armenians from their sovereign territory. We call on the international community to

Have you registered for CFTJ’s 4th Annual International Conference?.Crime Against Peace: Addressing the Crime of Aggression in a Changing World.🗓️ June 4–6 | 📍 Matenadaran, Yerevan, Armenia. Join leading voices, such as @PetrossianGur and @ivmassiminok, in international law and

Day 3 will mark the final day of CFTJ’s 4th Annual Conference at Matenadaran in Yerevan, Armenia. On Friday, June 6, the focus of discussion will be on the path forward, exploring state cooperation and international efforts to pursue accountability for the crime of aggression.

Day 2 of CFTJ’s 4th Annual Conference will continue on Thursday, June 5 at Matenadaran in Yerevan, with a powerful lineup of panelists examining the language, frameworks, and consequences of aggressive war. From hate speech and polarization to the legal and psychological toll of

Day 1 of CFTJ’s 4th Annual Conference kicks off Wednesday, June 4 at the historic Matenadaran in Yerevan, Armenia. Join us from June 4–6 as we examine the evolving legal landscape of the crime of aggression, featuring an esteemed lineup of international experts. Register for