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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

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The Soapbox: An update on the war in Gaza

The Soapbox is a weekly column by WSN covering major news developments at NYU’s campuses and study away sites abroad. Global consciousness for a global university.
Maisie Zipfel, Deputy News Editor May 3, 2024

United Nations reports that reconstructing the infrastructure in Gaza could take decades It may take up  “approximately 80 years” to rebuild the nearly 80,000 homes destroyed...

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The Soapbox: Russia, Philippines, Tunisia

The Soapbox is a weekly column by WSN’s news desk, examining the major developments in world news and rounding up the stories we think are worth the read this week. Global consciousness for a global university.
Suhail Gharaibeh, Deputy News Editor September 20, 2021

In Russia, an illusion of democracy, courtesy of Vladimir Putin Russia’s parliamentary elections closed yesterday afternoon, Sept. 19, ending a three-day process that is set...

Harry's Take: Justice required for Sri Lankan war crimes

Harry’s Take: Justice required for Sri Lankan war crimes

February 10, 2014
The international community must hold the Sri Lanka's leaders accountable.
ICC scared beyond action by Kenyatta

ICC scared beyond action by Kenyatta

January 29, 2014
The ICC is suffering a major setback because of recent developments in the Kenyatta case.
UN Security Council must end Syrian crimes

UN Security Council must end Syrian crimes

December 3, 2013
With the violations of humanitarian rights in Syria, the UN Security Council must unanimously recommend the case to the International Criminal Court.
Capture of al-Liby complies with international law

Capture of al-Liby complies with international law

October 9, 2013
The decision to capture and try, rather than kill, suspected al-Qaeda leader and international criminal Anas al-Liby after last week's military raid in Tripoli is reflective of a growing positive trend against impunity.
Kenya withdrawing from ICC jurisdiction undermines international law

Kenya withdrawing from ICC jurisdiction undermines international law

September 18, 2013
Kenyan Parliament's recent voted in favor of withdrawing the country from the International Criminal Court's jurisdiction following the onset of Deputy-President William Ruto's trial, who faces three counts of crimes against humanity, threatens the function of international law.