China
The Robust Resolution
Long a diplomatic fudge factory, the UN resolution on Kosovo firmly reflects the terms dictated by NATO.
Shoring Up The Home Front
Belgrade has accepted defeat over Kosovo. Now it is playing for the domestic propaganda - rebuilding political alliances, and securing Milosevic's position in power.
Wobbling Towards A Ground War
Clinton may still just say no, but NATO seems to be edging towards ground troops in an "unpermissive" environment.
Kosovo Investigation: Why Belgrade Could Never Cooperate With The ICTY
Tribunal Update 126: Last Week in The Hague (17-22 May, 1999)
Comment: When The Cost Is Too High
A short sharp campaign is becoming a prolonged and devastating war. When the human cost of a "humanitarian intervention" becomes too high, is it time to stop the bombing?
Kosovo Investigation: 'Milosevic' and 'Clinton and Others' Cases
Tribunal Update 124: Last Week in The Hague (3-8 May, 1999)
Macedonia In The Middle
While the West prepares for air strikes, people in Macedonia fear that Yugoslavia will attack it in revenge for serving as a NATO base.
The Extra-legal Intervention
Unlike the strikes in Bosnia in 1995, NATO does not have UN authorisation to proceed with the bombing of Serbia and Montenegro. It is also unlikely to be able to avoid the use of ground troops. Whatever the events, NATO is in the Balkans to stay.