Inspired by the Bertrand Russell Tribunal of the Vietnam War era, the World Tribunal of Iraq consisted of 20 sessions held worldwide between November 2003 and June 2005 addressing political, legal, and economic issues surrounding the US invasion and occupation of Iraq. Edited by Sökmen (co-founder, Metis Press), Roy (an Indian activist and Booker Prize-winning novelist), and Falk (emeritus, international law, Princeton U.), this volume collects materials from the World Tribunal on the role of international law and institutions; the responsibility of national governments; the accountability of the media; the conduct and consequences of the invasion and occupation; impacts on cultural heritage, the environment, and world resources; and implications for the global security environment and future alternatives. Annotation ©2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)