This book provides an in-depth legal analysis of how counter-terrorism measures such as prosecution, citizenship deprivation, and preventive laws are shaped across international, regional, and domestic levels. By examining legal obligations that stem from key international actors such as the United Nations, the European Union, and the Council of Europe, the book’s multilevel approach offers an understanding of the synergies and contradictions between responses to foreign fighters. It highlights how various legal structures sometimes offer conflicting approaches, creating a complex environment for states to navigate.
A key theme throughout is how these responses measure up against the rule of law and fundamental human rights standards, raising crucial questions about the interplay between security and individual freedoms. The book emphasises the need for clear and consistent legal frameworks that align with international law while also addressing emerging security threats.
With a focus on the enduring nature of counter-terrorism legislation, the book addresses the long-term implications of current legal tools and their potential to affect future counter-terrorism strategies. The book also explores the legal challenges surrounding terms like "foreign terrorist fighter" and offers an analysis of how novel definitions impact legal proceedings and policies. Moreover, it examines the complex interaction between counter-terrorism law and international humanitarian law.
In a time when European states face growing domestic and international pressure to protect public safety while maintaining core democratic values, this book argues that respect for the rule of law is non-negotiable. It raises important questions about the scope of exercising state power in combating terrorism within the boundaries of the rule of law.
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