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Improving Fact-Finding for IHL and Harnessing Modern Technology

Peter Lundberg @peterlundberg.bsky.social · 3h

Join us for the RWI annual high-level event in Lund 13th November

Peter Lundberg @peterlundberg.bsky.social · 8h

In war, truth is the first casualty. Most IHL violations aren’t debated—they’re denied. That’s why real-time, reliable fact-finding is essential to accountability. Read attached article by my colleagues Manuel Galvis & Marko Milanovic 👉 EJIL: Talk! #IHL

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In the great majority of cases, state or non-state armed forces engaging in violations of international humanitarian law (IHL) do not attempt to justify their acts by offering different interpretation...

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Sustainability and due diligence: MEPs agree to delay application of new rules | News | European Parliament

Peter Lundberg @peterlundberg.bsky.social · 1d

These rules aren’t red tape—they’re a safety net. They protect businesses from blind risks and uphold the values that define Europe: dignity, transparency, and sustainability.
Postponing is a test of what kind of future we stand for. #EUvalues #Sustainability

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On Thursday, the European Parliament voted to postpone the application dates for new EU laws on due diligence and sustainability reporting requirements.

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Världsledande forskarna: USA inte en demokrati

Peter Lundberg @peterlundberg.bsky.social · 1d

Rätt chockartat: USA placerar sig inte ens i gråzonen mellan demokrati och autokrati utan att hamnar i den näst sämsta kategorin – en ”elektoral autokrati”, det vill säga ett land som håller val, men där den styrande eliten i praktiken kontrollerar makten.
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USA är inte längre en demokrati. Det slår forskare fast – ett halvår innan världens största demokratimätning publiceras. – Just nu har USA med råge passerat gränsen till en autokrati, säger Staffan Li...

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Peter Lundberg @peterlundberg.bsky.social · 1d

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Sweden nominated outgoing Ikea boss Jesper Brodin to become the next UN High Commissioner for Refugees on Monday, a rare case of a business leader being backed for a top international policy job.
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Sweden backs Ikea boss to lead UN refugee agency

Jesper Brodin nominated by centre-right government after eight years in charge of furniture giant

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Peter Lundberg @peterlundberg.bsky.social · 4d

”Regeringen måste visa att mänskliga rättigheter och humanitär rätt är mer än historiska principer.”

Att stödja Raoul Wallenberginstitutet innebär att stärka Sveriges röst i globala samtal kring rättsstatens principer,…

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Peter Lundberg @peterlundberg.bsky.social · 7d

Meet our new Board at RWI rwi.lu.se/news/new-boa...

New Board Composition as RWI Confronts a Defining Moment for Human Rights - The Raoul Wallenberg Institute of Human Rights and Humanitarian Law

By: Jennifer Jun, Director of Strategic Partnerships and Communication RWI’s Board of Trustees gathered in Lund this week for its autumn meeting, at a time when the principles of human rights, rule of...

Peter Lundberg @peterlundberg.bsky.social · 14d

Press Release: Sweden and RWI Launch Pilot Programme to Strengthen Türkiye’s Green and Just Transition - The Raoul Wallenberg Institute of Human Rights and Humanitarian Law

Peter Lundberg @peterlundberg.bsky.social · 14d

We are proud to announce this year’s annual high-profile lecture, and to extend a special welcome to EU Commissioner Hadja Lahbib at the Raoul Wallenberg Institute in Lund.

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Peter Lundberg @peterlundberg.bsky.social · 19d

Sweden and RWI Launch Pilot Programme to Strengthen Türkiye’s Green and Just Transition

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Lund, 25 September 2025 - The Government of Sweden, represented by the Swedish Embassy in Ankara, and the Raoul Wallenberg Institute of Human Rights and Humanitarian Law (RWI), signed a new cooperatio...

Peter Lundberg @peterlundberg.bsky.social · 22d

🇪🇺 Today #EUDays kicks off in Lund! Thrilled to join the conversation on EU accession and why safeguarding Fundamental Rights must be at the heart of integrating new member states. United in values is key 🤝 #EUValues #HumanRights

Swedish Foreign Minister commends ICMD initiative – ICMD

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Peter Lundberg @peterlundberg.bsky.social · 27d

EU Days Lund 2025 🇪🇺 is the leading arena in Sweden on EU topics, and the Raoul Wallenberg Institute is delighted to participate in this annual edition where experts, innovators discuss the issues shaping the European Union’s future - including Human Rights and International Humanitarian Law.

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Peter Lundberg @peterlundberg.bsky.social · 27d

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Peter Lundberg @peterlundberg.bsky.social · 27d

EU Days Lund 2025 🇪🇺 is the leading arena in Sweden on EU topics, and the Raoul Wallenberg Institute is delighted to participate in this annual edition where experts, innovators discuss the issues shaping the European Union’s future - including Human Rights and International Humanitarian Law.

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Peter Lundberg @peterlundberg.bsky.social · 28d

Idag fick jag möjligheten att berätta för Ann Lindhe om viktiga delar av Raoul Wallenbergsinstitutets pågående arbete inom internationell humanitär rätt.

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Peter Lundberg @peterlundberg.bsky.social · 29d

Israel has committed genocide in the Gaza Strip, UN Commission finds

GENEVA – Israel has committed genocide against Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, the UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including East Jerusalem, a...

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Peter Lundberg @peterlundberg.bsky.social · Sep 12

This week we took a major step forward in our engagement with Ukraine by signing our new MoU with H.E. Liudmyla Suhak, Deputy Minister of Justice of Ukraine, which will enable us to more effectively support Ukraine’s progress towards EU accession.

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📢 The Raoul Wallenberg Institute is strengthening its engagement in Ukraine 🇺🇦 This week, we are pleased to announce the establishment of our new country team in Ukraine, led by Theresia… | Raoul Wal...

📢 The Raoul Wallenberg Institute is strengthening its engagement in Ukraine 🇺🇦 This week, we are pleased to announce the establishment of our new country team in Ukraine, led by Theresia Kirkemann Bo...

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Peter Lundberg @peterlundberg.bsky.social · Sep 6

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Debatt: Minskat forskningsbistånd skadar Sverige

DEBATT. Regeringens nedskärning av forskningsbiståndet slår hårt mot det svenska forskarsamhället och mot internationella forskarprogram i tider där forskning ifrågasätts i USA. Samtidigt reserverar r...

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Peter Lundberg @peterlundberg.bsky.social · Sep 5

ECPS interview, genocide expert Professor William Schabas warns Gaza is a “litmus test” for international justice, with South Africa’s ICJ case against Israel being according to Prof. Schabas the “strongest ever,”

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Schabas: US, Germany Could Be Liable in Gaza Genocide - National File

Genocide expert William Schabas warns Gaza tests international justice, with South Africa's ICJ case strong And US risking Complicity.

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Peter Lundberg @peterlundberg.bsky.social · Sep 3

RWI and Indonesia Deepen 17-Year Partnership in Human Rights and International Humanitarian Law - The Raoul Wallenberg Institute of Human Rights and Humanitarian Law

The Raoul Wallenberg Institute (RWI) welcomed the Ambassador of Indonesia to Sweden, Dr. Yayan Ganda Hayat Mulyana

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Raoul Wallenberg Institute of Human Rights & Humanitarian Law @rwinst.bsky.social · Aug 29

We are grateful for the insights shared by Syrian CSOs and members of the int'l community working on the ground. RWI as an academic institute remains committed to supporting efforts that promote justice and protect the rights of all individuals in #Syria.

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Raoul Wallenberg Institute of Human Rights & Humanitarian Law @rwinst.bsky.social · Aug 29

We concluded our government meetings with Mr. Saad Baroud, Director of International Organisations at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

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Raoul Wallenberg Institute of Human Rights & Humanitarian Law @rwinst.bsky.social · Aug 29

Today we also renewed our MoU with Damascus University, represented by President, Professor Mustafa Saem Aldahr and Dean of the Law Faculty, Dr. Yasser al-Howaish and his team—reaffirming our joint commitment to academic cooperation in the fields of #HumanRights and #InternationalHumanitarianLaw.

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Raoul Wallenberg Institute of Human Rights & Humanitarian Law @rwinst.bsky.social · Aug 29

We also welcomed the thoughtful exchange with Judge Ibrahim Khalil al-Hassoun, Dean of the Higher Judicial Institute in Damascus. Our discussions with the Ministry of Interior focused specifically on criminal justice reform.