Photography Exhibition: “A Brief Guide to Investigating War Crimes”
What does it mean to document war crimes? What role does photography play in the pursuit of truth and justice? The photography exhibition A Brief Guide to Investigating War Crimes, presented by iMEdD in Thessaloniki, seeks to answer these questions through the work of Ron Haviv, one of the world’s most renowned war photographers.
Double tap: The tactic that could be considered a war crime
What is the “double tap” tactic, who is using it, and who does it target? Why is it considered illegal under International Law? Dr. Manisha Ganguly answers these questions and more for iMEdD.
The Russia-Ukraine War has caused a staggering amount of cultural destruction
Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine destroyed part of the Ukrainian history and heritage. The Russian military has deliberately targeted important museums, churches, and libraries.
Gaza’s Heritage Under Fire as Israel’s War Continues
Since Oct. 7, Israel's war in the Gaza Strip has destroyed or damaged hundreds of archeological sites in the coastal enclave.
Investigating War Crimes: Documenting with Photo and Video
The role of the visual journalist, photographer, or videographer is different from other journalism roles, in that we always have to actually see what is happening. We have to be there – be upfront, as witnesses. But, we also need to understand the story, and the players involved.