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Podcast on legal aspects of the war in Ukraine

The war in Ukraine keeps us all busy, and, unfortunately, continues. But how does this work legally? For instance, how can you be assisted by lawyers in times of war? And is the 'fear' of cyberwar really as close as people claim? We discussed it in this podcast series.

Goal

The goal of this podcast series:

  • To reveal whether/how lawyers can practice their profession in times of war.
  •  Gain insights into the gravity of the situation and the role of technology today. 

Activities

To approach this topic from multiple perspectives, we discussed it with Paul Ducheine (UvA Special Professor of Cyber Warfare) and Sophie de Graaf and Leroy Niekoop (Lawyers for Lawyers). To further explore the subject matter, Dean and Professor of Public International Law, André Nollkaemper, was also consulted. To be heard at the end of each episode.

Listen to the episodes below.

1. The 'fear' of cyberwar

News channels have been reporting on it for years, the potential cyberwar from Russia that may hit 'us' - the West. Since the conflict with Ukraine, these threats seem closer than ever. That is why Gabriela talked to none other than Paul Ducheine (Special Professor of Cyber Warfare at the UvA). With his decades of experience within this field, he gave us insights into the gravity of the situation and the role of technology today. Together, we found out whether the threats this time are more realistic than ever.

2. Who helps you if there are no lawyers?

The fact that it is far from easy for lawyers to practise their profession, is demonstrated by the necessity of the existence of Lawyers for Lawyers. Worldwide, they support lawyers who are silenced for whatever reason. Since the conflict, lawyers from Ukraine, Russia and Belarus have had a tougher time than ever. What happens to all the imprisoned protesters who disagree with the Russian regime, when there are no lawyers to assist them legally? Sophie de Graaf (Executive Director) and Leroy Niekoop (former programme officer) spoke to us about it.