Recent articles by Chandra Muzaffar

Silencing the mandate: US sanctions on Francesca Albanese a symbol of international law’s twilight

Silencing the mandate: US sanctions on Francesca Albanese a symbol of international law’s twilight

Imagine a scene worthy of Orwell’s worst nightmare: a United Nations envoy, appointed to report on human rights violations, excellently performing in her job despite formidable difficulties, and met with sanctions by one of the world’s most powerful nations. But this isn’t satire; it’s July 2025.

In the name of humanity, the barbarism in Gaza must stop

In the name of humanity, the barbarism in Gaza must stop

Over the last 18 months, the world has witnessed undiluted militarised cruelty targeting the entire population and the supportive natural habitat of Gaza – with not so much as an ounce of mercy or compassion, let alone justice, or sensitivity to issues of ecological viability.

The Gaza catastrophe: Compel Israeli and Western elites to see reason

The Gaza catastrophe: Compel Israeli and Western elites to see reason

Israel is determined to take over North Gaza. This explains its destruction of residential areas in the region. Schools and hospitals have also been targeted. People have been forced to flee their homes. Many who have chosen to stay behind have been killed.