Russia-Ukraine
The invasion of Ukraine by Russian forces and ongoing war has violated international law, put international security at risk and caused a humanitarian crisis. The International Bar Association is an organisation with the promotion and protection of the rule of law and human rights at the centre of its mission and as such is compelled to speak out. On this page you will find our statements on the situation and Global Insight coverage of this and related issues in the form of articles, podcasts and films.
From arbitration lawyer to armed forces: Iurii Gulevatyi
In conversation with the IBA, Gulevatyi recalls the chaos and confusion of when Russia invaded Ukraine and how he came to be a Captain of Justice.
US-Ukraine minerals deal indicates importance of rare earths
The deal between the US and Ukraine has placed a spotlight on a sought after group of minerals – rare earth elements.
Digital content
Film
Paris 2023 - Interview - Andriy Kostin
Ukraine’s Prosecutor General interview with IBA Director of Content
Miami 2022 Opening Ceremony - Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy delivers a speech to delegates in a video recorded especially for the IBA Annual Conference.
Russia's invasion of Ukraine
Global Insight analyses some of the key themes of the invasion so far: the international reaction, atrocities, economic sanctions and media freedom in Russia.
Miami 2022 Awards: Ukraine Bar Associations
IBA President Sternford Moyo and IBA Executive Director Dr Mark Ellis present the two Special Awards for Extraordinary Leadership and Dedication in Protecting Human Rights and the Rule of Law in Ukraine to Anna Ogrenchuk, President of the Ukrainian Bar Association, and Valentyn Gvozdiy, Vice President of the Ukrainian National Bar Association.
Harnessing law in times of war
This webinar presents the consequences of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine from a human rights and humanitarian law perspective and explores possible avenues for accountability and the role of law at this stage of the conflict.
Interview with Bill Browder
Bill Browder, CEO of Hermitage Capital Management, on Russian corruption, sanctions and seeking justice for Sergei Magnitsky. (Interview from May 2018).
Podcasts
IBA Podcasts
Compensating Ukraine
| 14 May 2024
Beyond the election: Putin’s Russia and the rule of law
| 14 May 2024
Silencing dissent
| 22 February 2024
Putin’s Russia: hope in the darkest of times
| 18 January 2023
Committee Content
Anti-Corruption Committee
- Ukraine: IBA Anti-Corruption Committee creates taskforce to aid reconstruction efforts
- Mind your client: law firms must choose to be responsible gatekeepers
Banking & Financial Law Committee
European Regional Forum
- Ukraine: how to ‘build back better’?
- Exclusive interview with Anna Babych, Vice-Chair of the ERF Public Policy Group and executive partner of Ukrainian law firm Aequo
Healthcare and Life Sciences
Human Rights Law Committee
Immigration and Nationality Law Committee
- The impact of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on Polish immigration rules
- Poland’s answer to Ukrainians fleeing the Russian invasion
- Italy’s temporary protection for those fleeing from Ukraine
- Immigration law and policy for people affected by the invasion of Ukraine in the Netherlands
- Australia’s response to the Ukraine refugee crisis
- Poland’s answer to Ukrainians fleeing the Russian invasion
- Canada’s immigration response to the Ukrainian migrant crisis
Law Firm Management
Maritime and Transport Committee
- Effects of sanctions against Russian marine insurers: certification of insurers (Blue Card) according to the CLC 92, Nairobi and Bunker Convention
- Breaches of international maritime laws in Russia’s war against Ukraine
Power Law Committee
News releases
Ukrainian people eight years ago said very clearly and firmly that 'We are for dignity, we are for justice, we are against corruption.'
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