Adam Kochanski
@adamkochanski.bsky.social
Assistant Professor @uofgpolisci.bsky.social • transitional justice, post-conflict peacebuilding, localization and international norms • PI: @normsinmotion.bsky.social #SSHRCfunded • adamkochanski.com
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Intrastate armed conflicts have increasingly internationalized. In TraCe Working Paper No. 7, Frederik Schissler, @felixbethke.bsky.social, @hannapfeifer.bsky.social, Constantin Ruhe, @reginesonja.bsky.social & Jonas Wolff systematically assess this trend.
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January 30, 2026 at 12:25 PM
Intrastate armed conflicts have increasingly internationalized. In TraCe Working Paper No. 7, Frederik Schissler, @felixbethke.bsky.social, @hannapfeifer.bsky.social, Constantin Ruhe, @reginesonja.bsky.social & Jonas Wolff systematically assess this trend.
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Amazing how many international relations "realists" who've spent decades arguing that material power not ideas matter in international affairs, are suddenly recognizing that destroying trust (an idea) and perceptions of the US (more ideas) may be materially damaging to the US.
January 26, 2026 at 4:12 PM
Amazing how many international relations "realists" who've spent decades arguing that material power not ideas matter in international affairs, are suddenly recognizing that destroying trust (an idea) and perceptions of the US (more ideas) may be materially damaging to the US.
We’re well beyond the point in the President’s Davos speech where any sensible person should have walked out of the room in protest.
January 21, 2026 at 2:16 PM
We’re well beyond the point in the President’s Davos speech where any sensible person should have walked out of the room in protest.
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This is one of the sharpest analyses of international affairs that I've heard from a Canadian leader - or any national leader - in a long time. And I suspect he wrote the main bits himself. paulwells.substack.com/p/the-carney...
The Carney doctrine
Open comment thread on the PM's Davos speech
paulwells.substack.com
January 20, 2026 at 5:13 PM
This is one of the sharpest analyses of international affairs that I've heard from a Canadian leader - or any national leader - in a long time. And I suspect he wrote the main bits himself. paulwells.substack.com/p/the-carney...
Congratulations to my @uofgpolisci.bsky.social colleague Dr. Jordi Diez for launching his new book The Judicial Politics of Abortion in Latin America @anotherstoryto.bsky.social in Toronto last night. Buy the book! uncpress.org/978146968974...
January 17, 2026 at 12:46 PM
Congratulations to my @uofgpolisci.bsky.social colleague Dr. Jordi Diez for launching his new book The Judicial Politics of Abortion in Latin America @anotherstoryto.bsky.social in Toronto last night. Buy the book! uncpress.org/978146968974...
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🎉 One month until publication day! Excited to share Governing Truth with the world! Pre-order from @oxfordunipress.bsky.social via global.oup.com/academic/pro....
HIGHLIGHTS:
• Centers civil society's essential role in policy design, implementation, and follow-up in transitional justice processes…
HIGHLIGHTS:
• Centers civil society's essential role in policy design, implementation, and follow-up in transitional justice processes…
January 16, 2026 at 5:04 PM
🎉 One month until publication day! Excited to share Governing Truth with the world! Pre-order from @oxfordunipress.bsky.social via global.oup.com/academic/pro....
HIGHLIGHTS:
• Centers civil society's essential role in policy design, implementation, and follow-up in transitional justice processes…
HIGHLIGHTS:
• Centers civil society's essential role in policy design, implementation, and follow-up in transitional justice processes…
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It's been a busy week for me at the Globe and Mail, including this podcast explaining international law: what it is, why it matters, and how even superpowers pay a price for violations.
International law in the Trump era
U.S. President has said he does not need international law as his administration reshapes geopolitical relationships
www.theglobeandmail.com
January 16, 2026 at 5:12 PM
It's been a busy week for me at the Globe and Mail, including this podcast explaining international law: what it is, why it matters, and how even superpowers pay a price for violations.
While the Danes and Greenlanders are in a tough spot, how either could agree to a “working group” with an entity whose sole stated purpose is to conquer their sovereign territory is beyond me. The #EU states still cannot wrap their heads around the fact that this admin has no interest in diplomacy.
The two sides, however, agreed to create a working group to discuss ways to work through differences as President Trump continues to call for a U.S. takeover of the semiautonomous territory of NATO ally Denmark. https://to.pbs.org/3LeD7d1
Danish official says there's a 'fundamental disagreement' with Trump over Greenland
The two sides, however, agreed to create a working group to discuss ways to work through differences as Trump continues to call for a U.S. takeover of the semiautonomous territory of NATO ally Denmark...
www.pbs.org
January 16, 2026 at 4:15 PM
While the Danes and Greenlanders are in a tough spot, how either could agree to a “working group” with an entity whose sole stated purpose is to conquer their sovereign territory is beyond me. The #EU states still cannot wrap their heads around the fact that this admin has no interest in diplomacy.
Crux of the matter: “Denmark has said the U.S. — which already has a military presence — can boost its bases on Greenland. For that reason, ‘security is just a cover,’ … Trump actually wants to own the island to make money from its untapped natural resources.” apnews.com/article/gree...
Trump says anything less than having Greenland in the United States’ hands is ‘unacceptable’
President Donald Trump says that NATO should help the U.S. acquire Greenland and anything less than American control is unacceptable.
apnews.com
January 14, 2026 at 1:26 PM
Crux of the matter: “Denmark has said the U.S. — which already has a military presence — can boost its bases on Greenland. For that reason, ‘security is just a cover,’ … Trump actually wants to own the island to make money from its untapped natural resources.” apnews.com/article/gree...
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If Ottawa’s silence continues, who will stand up for us if Washington puts our own country in its crosshairs?
What will it take for Canada to call out America’s violations of international law?
My latest, in the Toronto Star: www.thestar.com/opinion/cont...
What will it take for Canada to call out America’s violations of international law?
My latest, in the Toronto Star: www.thestar.com/opinion/cont...
Canada must stand up to Donald Trump — or there will be no one to stand up for Canada
Does Canada have a red line for Donald Trump's behaviour? If so, what does Trump have to do for the Canadian government to find its spine, let alone its elbows?
www.thestar.com
January 12, 2026 at 2:57 PM
If Ottawa’s silence continues, who will stand up for us if Washington puts our own country in its crosshairs?
What will it take for Canada to call out America’s violations of international law?
My latest, in the Toronto Star: www.thestar.com/opinion/cont...
What will it take for Canada to call out America’s violations of international law?
My latest, in the Toronto Star: www.thestar.com/opinion/cont...
In addition to illegality of strikes, a clear-cut war crime, if true: “The laws of armed conflict prohibit combatants from feigning civilian status to fool adversaries into dropping their guard, then attacking and killing them. That is a war crime called ‘perfidy.’” www.nytimes.com/2026/01/12/u...
U.S. Attacked Boat With Aircraft That Looked Like a Civilian Plane
www.nytimes.com
January 13, 2026 at 5:36 AM
In addition to illegality of strikes, a clear-cut war crime, if true: “The laws of armed conflict prohibit combatants from feigning civilian status to fool adversaries into dropping their guard, then attacking and killing them. That is a war crime called ‘perfidy.’” www.nytimes.com/2026/01/12/u...
“The unprovoked use of armed force on Venezuelan sovereign territory is a clear breach of Article 2(4) of the UN Charter, which unequivocally prohibits the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any State.” www.ohchr.org/en/press-rel...
UN experts condemn US aggression against Venezuela
GENEVA – United Nations experts* today strongly condemned the large-scale military action carried out by the United States against the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, the bombardment of Caracas and ...
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January 13, 2026 at 5:31 AM
“The unprovoked use of armed force on Venezuelan sovereign territory is a clear breach of Article 2(4) of the UN Charter, which unequivocally prohibits the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any State.” www.ohchr.org/en/press-rel...
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🚨 Call for papers: "The Afterlife of Atrocity Tribunals"!
Check out this excellent project on the legacies and afterlives of international criminal tribunals, led by Led Mark Drumbl, Maria Elander, and Rachel Killean.
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Check out this excellent project on the legacies and afterlives of international criminal tribunals, led by Led Mark Drumbl, Maria Elander, and Rachel Killean.
All info available here: wlu.app.box.com/s/ubi9i56841...
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January 9, 2026 at 6:46 PM
🚨 Call for papers: "The Afterlife of Atrocity Tribunals"!
Check out this excellent project on the legacies and afterlives of international criminal tribunals, led by Led Mark Drumbl, Maria Elander, and Rachel Killean.
All info available here: wlu.app.box.com/s/ubi9i56841...
Check out this excellent project on the legacies and afterlives of international criminal tribunals, led by Led Mark Drumbl, Maria Elander, and Rachel Killean.
All info available here: wlu.app.box.com/s/ubi9i56841...
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My latest, as a "gift article":
We have to speak truth to power and condemn Trump’s Venezuela attack
Canada must denounce the U.S.’s military strikes and capture of Nicolas Maduro
www.theglobeandmail.com
January 5, 2026 at 8:29 PM
My latest, as a "gift article":
Completely agree. 👇
Careful silence when the US started killing people in international waters. Careful silence when a Canadian ICC justice was sanctioned by the US. Now we mumble vague things about international law and Venezuela. We’re losing more than just our voice.
January 6, 2026 at 5:02 AM
Completely agree. 👇
I’m with @zacharykaufman.bsky.social that the #Nobel Peace Prize should only be awarded posthumously. Re-upping his article from 2017: foreignpolicy.com/2017/10/05/g...
Give the Nobel Peace Prize Posthumously
There’s an easy way to avoid betrayal by winners of the world’s most important humanitarian prize: only give it to dead people.
foreignpolicy.com
January 6, 2026 at 3:43 AM
I’m with @zacharykaufman.bsky.social that the #Nobel Peace Prize should only be awarded posthumously. Re-upping his article from 2017: foreignpolicy.com/2017/10/05/g...
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Welcome back, Gryphons! Here’s to a strong start and a great semester ahead. ❤️🖤💛
January 5, 2026 at 4:32 PM
Welcome back, Gryphons! Here’s to a strong start and a great semester ahead. ❤️🖤💛
Agreed. 👇
This isn’t enough.
To support international law and democracy, we must be able to denounce its imposition on #Venezuela’s citizens by the illegal use of force.
We must oppose those who insult the rule of law & condemn those who violate the UN Charter & international laws.
To support international law and democracy, we must be able to denounce its imposition on #Venezuela’s citizens by the illegal use of force.
We must oppose those who insult the rule of law & condemn those who violate the UN Charter & international laws.
Please see my statement on the situation in Venezuela:
January 3, 2026 at 9:09 PM
Agreed. 👇
It is critically important for the international community today, including Canada, to strongly condemn the US’ unlawful use of armed force in #Venezuela. Silence = acquiescence, which has legal consequences.
January 3, 2026 at 8:59 PM
It is critically important for the international community today, including Canada, to strongly condemn the US’ unlawful use of armed force in #Venezuela. Silence = acquiescence, which has legal consequences.
Nuremberg prosecutor Ben Ferencz put it best: the illegal use of armed force in IL is when it's not in self-defence and was not approved by the #UNSC. The US' attack on #Venezuela this morning, like the unlawful boat strikes that preceded it, violates these principles of IL.
January 3, 2026 at 2:37 PM
Nuremberg prosecutor Ben Ferencz put it best: the illegal use of armed force in IL is when it's not in self-defence and was not approved by the #UNSC. The US' attack on #Venezuela this morning, like the unlawful boat strikes that preceded it, violates these principles of IL.
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Call for Papers: Childhood and Public Memory
Editor: J. Marshall Beier
Deadline for chapter proposals: 30 April 2026
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Call for Papers: Childhood and Public Memory
Editor: J. Marshall Beier
Deadline for chapter proposals: 30 April 2026
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January 2, 2026 at 12:57 PM
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Call for Papers: Childhood and Public Memory
Editor: J. Marshall Beier
Deadline for chapter proposals: 30 April 2026
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Call for Papers: Childhood and Public Memory
Editor: J. Marshall Beier
Deadline for chapter proposals: 30 April 2026
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#Thailand ane #Cambodia ceasefire announced.
“How well the ceasefire holds this time depends to a large extent on political will. Nationalist sentiment has been inflamed in both countries.”
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“How well the ceasefire holds this time depends to a large extent on political will. Nationalist sentiment has been inflamed in both countries.”
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Thailand and Cambodia agree ceasefire after weeks of deadly clashes
Almost one million people have been displaced since hostilities resumed earlier this month.
bbc.com
December 27, 2025 at 12:46 PM
#Thailand ane #Cambodia ceasefire announced.
“How well the ceasefire holds this time depends to a large extent on political will. Nationalist sentiment has been inflamed in both countries.”
bbc.com/news/article...
“How well the ceasefire holds this time depends to a large extent on political will. Nationalist sentiment has been inflamed in both countries.”
bbc.com/news/article...
Malaysian proposal for new ceasefire and establishment of an #ASEAN observer team led by the Malaysian chief of defence forces deployed to border area are good, workable ideas. Both sides must cease hostilites and return to the negotiating table. #Thailand #Cambdoia www.reuters.com/world/asia-p...
Thailand vows to keep fighting Cambodia after Trump ceasefire claim
Thailand's leader vowed on Saturday to keep fighting on the disputed border with Cambodia as fighter jets struck targets hours after U.S. President Donald Trump said he had brokered a new ceasefire.
www.reuters.com
December 14, 2025 at 5:45 AM
Malaysian proposal for new ceasefire and establishment of an #ASEAN observer team led by the Malaysian chief of defence forces deployed to border area are good, workable ideas. Both sides must cease hostilites and return to the negotiating table. #Thailand #Cambdoia www.reuters.com/world/asia-p...
“Thai-Cambodia ceasefire collapse puts pressure on #ASEAN, highlighting its reliance on chair-led diplomacy. Renewed fighting exposes ASEAN's limited conflict management tools, as #norms like non-interference hinder direct intervention.” #Thailand #Cambodia www.straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia...
Latest Thai-Cambodian clashes expose limits of ASEAN’s conflict management tools
The latest clashes between the two neighbours underscore how limited ASEAN’s conflict-management tools are when two member states slide into confrontation, says one expert. Read more at straitstimes.c...
www.straitstimes.com
December 14, 2025 at 5:31 AM
“Thai-Cambodia ceasefire collapse puts pressure on #ASEAN, highlighting its reliance on chair-led diplomacy. Renewed fighting exposes ASEAN's limited conflict management tools, as #norms like non-interference hinder direct intervention.” #Thailand #Cambodia www.straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia...
This would not terminate ICC’s jurisdiction of ongoing investigation pre-withdrawal but it would close down avenues for #ICC post-withdrawal e.g. if #Venezuela was invaded by another ICC non-member—only pathway would be via a UNSC referral. www.reuters.com/world/americ...
Venezuelan lawmakers pave way for withdrawal from International Criminal Court
Venezuela's national assembly on Thursday unanimously voted to repeal a law which ratified the Rome Statute, paving the way for the country to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), whi...
www.reuters.com
December 12, 2025 at 4:48 PM
This would not terminate ICC’s jurisdiction of ongoing investigation pre-withdrawal but it would close down avenues for #ICC post-withdrawal e.g. if #Venezuela was invaded by another ICC non-member—only pathway would be via a UNSC referral. www.reuters.com/world/americ...