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We are pleased to announce the launch of Issue 4 (2024) of Access to Justice in Eastern Europe.
This edition showcases exceptional contributions reflecting significant developments in legal systems across Eastern Europe and beyond, with a special focus on Ukraine's judicial reforms in the context of wartime and post-war restoration.
This issue features in-depth analyses, including Mykola Rubashchenko and Nadiia Shulzhenko’s critical examination of Ukraine's approach to criminalizing historical negationism, balancing the protection of historical memory with freedom of expression.
Ivan Yakoviyk, Sergiy Kharytonov, and Oleksiy Zaytsev delve into the legal and ethical challenges of combatant immunity amidst the Russian-Ukrainian war, shedding light on Ukraine’s obligations under international humanitarian law.
Mohamad Almohawes explores disparities in fair trial standards in genocide trials, advocating for unified frameworks under the ICC.
Our case notes offer fresh perspectives on Ukraine’s legal landscape, including Oksana Khotynska-Nor and Kyrylo Legkykh’s empirical study on judicial approaches to conflicts of law, and Viktoriia Ivanova’s analysis of legal measures addressing property rights restoration for those impacted by Russian aggression.
Additionally, Oanh Thi Cao and Tuan Van Vu examine restorative justice as an alternative approach to traditional criminal justice systems, focusing on its potential adaptation to Vietnam through models like victim-offender mediation and circle sentencing.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our managing editors, language editors, authors, and reviewers for their dedication and trust in Access to Justice in Eastern Europe. Special thanks to our editorial team for their professionalism and ongoing efforts to enhance the journal's quality. Together, we continue to promote scholarly excellence and meaningful dialogue on access to justice and legal reform.
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In "Reflections on the Legal Features of Collaborationist Activity: Theory and Practice in Terms of the Russian Occupation of Ukrainian Territory," Mykola Rubashchenko and Nadiia Shulzhenko analyze Ukraine's evolving criminal policy on collaboration with occupying forces, proposing a clear legal framework to address this crime's unique nature.
The article, by Ivan Yakoviyk, Sergiy Kharytonov and Oleksiy Zaytsev, reopens the debate on combatant immunity amid the Russian-Ukrainian war. They rigorously examine legal and ethical aspects of this doctrine, particularly regarding Ukraine’s international obligations. Their analysis explores the combatant’s status and privileges under IHL, critically assesses Ukraine’s legal obligations, and addresses the liability of defectors. This article significantly contributes to discussions on combatant immunity, balancing legal obligations and ethical considerations in wartime.
Mohamad Almohawes’s essay on fair trial standards in the al-Anfal and Srebrenica genocide trials examines the disparities in trial approaches for similar crimes. Almohawes argues for a unified framework under the ICC, addressing inconsistencies to ensure equal justice and fair trial standards for international crimes.
Oksana Khotynska-Nor and Kyrylo Legkykh’s study examines how Ukrainian judges address conflicts of law, offering an empirical perspective on the complexities of the Ukrainian legal system.
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