German Researchers Warn of Collapse of International Law as Russia Invades Ukraine, Israel and US Attack Iran, Civil Wars Continue in Africa

Russia's invasion of Ukraine began in 2022, with ongoing military operations and territorial occupation. Israel and the United States launched coordinated airstrikes against Iran in 2026, targeting military infrastructure. Civil wars in countries such as Sudan, Somalia, and the Central African Republic continued to escalate, with significant humanitarian crises. German researchers, based at the Institute for Peace Research and Security Policy, published their findings in the latest Peace Report, which concluded that international law is increasingly disregarded by major powers. The report notes that Russia, Israel, the US, and Iran have all violated international norms, while African conflicts remain largely unaddressed by global institutions. Tehran claims its actions are in response to Israeli aggression, while Washington asserts its strikes are aimed at curbing Iranian nuclear ambitions. No official statements from the involved parties contradict these claims.