Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Legal Analysis & Policy

F-15E Colonel Controversy: Legal and Geopolitical Implications of U.S. Rescue Mission in Iran

The dramatic shootdown of a U.S. F-15E Strike Eagle over Iran and the massive operation launched to rescue its crew have triggered serious legal,...

Hormuz Gambit: How Iran Turns a Maritime Chokepoint into an Economic Weapon

Iran’s decision to block and militarily threaten the Strait of Hormuz represents one of the most consequential uses of economic statecraft in modern history....

Congressional Confrontations: Can a U.S. Senator Legally Use Force Against a Protester?

Protests inside the U.S. Capitol occasionally trigger tense confrontations between lawmakers, security personnel, and demonstrators. But when a protester disrupts proceedings, a critical legal...

Law of Naval Warfare: Can the U.S. Legally Justify Sinking an Iranian Warship in International Waters?

The reported sinking of an Iranian warship IRIS DENA by a U.S. submarine in international waters has intensified global debate over the legality of...

War Legal Limits: Can U.S. Strikes on Iran Be Justified Under International Law and the War Powers Act?

The legality of the recent U.S. military strikes on Iran has become one of the most contested legal questions in global politics, raising complex...