Theodor Meron is a renowned legal scholar and judge, recognized as a global authority on genocide, humanitarian law, and international criminal justice. His expertise stems from decades of academic, legal, and judicial work in these areas, as well as his personal history as a Holocaust survivor, which has profoundly shaped his perspective.
Meron’s personal experience as a Holocaust survivor imbues his legal work with a deep understanding of the human cost of mass atrocities. This background motivates his lifelong commitment to using the law as a tool for preventing future genocides and holding perpetrators accountable.
As a pro bono adviser to the International Criminal Court (ICC) since 2022, he has continued to influence the application of humanitarian law, particularly in conflict situations like those involving Israel and Gaza.
He played a crucial role in drafting the legal frameworks governing war crimes and human rights, including contributions to the Geneva Conventions. Meron has also advised on international law through his teaching roles at prominent universities, such as NYU, and his extensive writings on the subject.
Meron is also a an author on the topic of humanitarian law. His books and articles have been essential in shaping international norms on war crimes. His combination of personal resilience, legal acumen, and commitment to justice makes him a leading voice in efforts to address war crimes and promote the rule of law globally. So when he recommended the ICC issue arrest warrants for Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant, it was not, as US senators Lindsey Graham and Tom Cotton claimed, coming from a ‘Kangaru court’.
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