atrocity crimes (genocide, crimes against humanity, and/or war crimes) are claimed to be taking place. In my
book, Existing Legal Limits to Security Council Veto Power in the Face of Atrocity Crimes, I examine such legal obligations. The
book’s premise is that the veto sits within the context of a system of international law and not separate and apart from (or above) it. Specifically, I argue that legalityissues arise as to veto use in the face of genocide, war crimes, and/or crimes against humanity. Such vetoes are inconsistent with respect...