Philippe Sands
Philippe Sands is a prominent British lawyer, author, and professor known for his expertise in international law and human rights. He has written extensively on issues related to war crimes and the legal implications of international conflicts. Sands is also recognized for his works that explore the intersections of law, history, and personal narrative, making significant contributions to the understanding of contemporary legal challenges. His involvement in the postface of 'Looking at Women Looking at War' underscores his commitment to highlighting the voices and experiences of those affected by conflict, particularly women in war-torn regions.
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Philippe Sands discussed the reliance on international rules for the US to profit from Venezuelan resources.
Law can be weaponised against a rogue US – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-01-19
Philippe Sands argued for The Gambia, stating that a genocidal intent permeated Myanmar's actions against the Rohingya.
Myanmar begins defence at ICJ
United Kingdom· 2026-01-16
Philippe Sands writes about the continuity of Nazi terror in the Chilean dictatorship.
DN:s kritiker väljer de mest intressanta böckerna just nu
Sweden· 2026-01-16
The group of lawyers, which also includes Philippe Sands KC, also claim that a lawyer she instructed to represent her was put under house arrest.
What led to Bangladesh trial of former UK minister Tulip Siddiq in her absence? | Tulip SiddiqUnited Kingdom· 2025-12-01
Philippe Sands is a professor of law at University College London.
Trump and his ilk imagine a world without international law – but they will not achieve it | Philippe SandsUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-19
Philippe Sands is an international law professor and author of a book about the Nuremberg trials.
the Irish journalist in the room at Nuremberg – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-07
Philippe Sands is the author of the book 'Londres 38'.
Recension av Philippe Sands ”Londres 38”Sweden· 2025-10-27Philippe Sands is one of the authors mentioned in the article.
Prix Médicis : les romans de Nathacha Appanah, Emmanuel Carrère et Laurent Mauvignier retenus dans la deuxième sélection
France· 2025-10-16
Philippe Sands discussed the legal implications of the actions in Gaza and the potential for crimes against humanity.
La tesis de que Israel comete un genocidio en Gaza gana peso en el mundo académico tras dos años de ofensiva | Internacional
Spain· 2025-10-08
Philippe Sands wrote a significant book on genocide that has impacted global reflection on the subject.
Genocidio, el poder de una palabra. Historia del crimen de los crímenes | BabeliaSpain· 2025-10-03
Philippe Sands' book 'Rückkehr nach Lemberg' explores the origins of human rights intertwined with a family story.
Jennifer Khakshouri verrät ihre Buchtipps: Literatur für starke Gefühle
Switzerland· 2025-09-25
Philippe Sands is a Franco-British lawyer and law professor who discussed the significance of recognizing Palestine as a state.
el peso de que potencias mundiales reconozcan a Palestina como Estado ante la Asamblea de la ONU
Colombia· 2025-09-22
Philippe Sands is a British barrister best known for his work on the origins of genocide and crimes against humanity.
After a random explosion of racist abuse in Bondi, I’m questioning our social cohesion
Australia· 2025-09-03
Philippe Sands is a lawyer and international law specialist who teaches at University College London and has published a historical investigation into the links between a Nazi criminal and General Pinochet.
Philippe Sands : « Construire un monde où les crimes des puissants ne peuvent plus rester impunis »France· 2025-08-28
Philippe Sands is the author of the historical investigation '38, rue de Londres'.
« 38, rue de Londres », de Philippe Sands : un irrépressible élan vers la justiceFrance· 2025-08-28
Philippe Sands is a British lawyer and author who has written extensively on genocide and represented Palestine at the International Court.
Björn Wiman: Den nya världen styrs av huliganer och tyrannerSweden· 2025-08-03
Philippe Sands KC, a professor of law at UCL, pointed out that in its advisory opinion last year the UN’s top court recognised the right of the Palestinian people to self-determination.
If the UK recognises Palestine does it risk breaking international law? | Palestinian territoriesUnited Kingdom· 2025-07-31
Philippe Sands is a prominent critic of the 2003 Iraq war and an author who has commented on the UK's human rights reputation.
Starmer v Starmer: why is the former human rights lawyer so cautious about defending human rights? | Keir StarmerUnited Kingdom· 2025-07-29
Philippe Sands is involved in the legal proceedings against Augusto Pinochet and uncovers historical connections.
Die besten Sachbücher für spannende FerienSwitzerland· 2025-07-06
Philippe Sands is a law professor who first proposed the idea of a special tribunal shortly after the invasion began.
Kaip veikia specialusis tribunolas dėl karo Ukrainoje ir kodėl jis neteis Putino
Lithuania· 2025-07-04
Philippe Sands reported that Ukrainians find the reading of Tolstoi's works unacceptable.
vene kirjaniku Tolstoi teoste lugemine Ukrainas ajab kohalikud marru
Estonia· 2025-06-05
Philippe Sands is an author and lawyer who reflects on historical insights.
‘It set me on a new path’: the book that empowered me, by Yulia Navalnaya, Elif Shafak and more | BooksUnited Kingdom· 2025-05-24
Philippe Sands investigates the impunity of power in his book 'Calle Londres 38'.
Javier Cercas y Philippe Sands: La furia de lo real | CulturaSpain· 2025-04-19
Philippe Sands wrote 'Calle Londres 38'.
Cuándo empieza y cuánto costará ir a la Feria del Libro este año
Argentina· 2025-04-18
Philippe Sands is an English lawyer and author who wrote about Otto Watcher in his book 'Calle Este-Oeste'.
Un criminal de guerra en el cine Ideal
Costa Rica· 2025-04-15
Philippe Sands is a barrister and teaching law professor who has written extensively about international justice and the Holocaust.
‘The legal order that was created in 1945 is now being challenged around the world’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-12
Philippe Sands is involved in a book about the case of Pinochet and the justice surrounding it.
Los 25 libros más esperados de abril | BabeliaSpain· 2025-04-02
Philippe Sands relates the story of Augusto Pinochet’s arrest in London.
New books we’re excited to read in April 2025Australia· 2025-04-01
Philippe Sands is the author of the book that documents the legal and personal battles to bring Nazi war criminals to account.
38 Londres Street: On Impunity, Pinochet in England and a Nazi in Patagonia by Philippe Sands review – war crimes revisited | History booksUnited Kingdom· 2025-03-31
Philippe Sands is a lawyer who was approached to defend Augusto Pinochet.
El dictador y el nazi | OpiniónSpain· 2025-03-30
