Title : The Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons in Light of the Prohibition of Genocide and Jus Cogens Norms


Authors : Norman K. Swazo, Md Rizwanul Islam


Journal Title: Transnational Law and Contemporary Problems Volume Number: 33 Publication Year : 2024 Issue Number: 2
Index: other (Hein Online, Lexis Nexis, West Law) Ranking: No Ranking ISSN: 15494933 Publisher Name: University of Iowa College of Law
Pages : 262-291
ISBN : 15494933
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Funding Source : None
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Direct Sustainable Development Goals :
SDG13 Climate Action
SDG16 Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions
SDG17 Partnership for the Goals
Impact statement: This article explores the legal and normative underpinnings of the prohibition of nuclear weapons, particularly in light of the prohibition of genocide and jus cogens norms. It critically examines the relationship between these international legal norms and their implications for global disarmament. Through a rigorous legal analysis, the article contributes to the broader discourse on humanitarian law and international security by offering insights into the legal feasibility of enforcing the prohibition of nuclear weapons. Collaboration: Other Keywords: • Nuclear Weapons • Genocide • Jus Cogens • International Law • Disarmament • War Crimes • Legal Norms • Humanitarian La