Public International Law of Cyberspace

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This compact, engaging book explores the international legal regulation of State conduct and individual rights in cyberspace. It introduces various stakeholders' perspectives and highlights challenges for international law. Key topics include State responsibility, cyberspace rights, cyber warfare, espionage, crime, and terrorism. The author examines the roles of non-State and quasi-State actors, such as ISIS, and discusses future prospects for international law in cyberspace. Readers will find insights into jurisdiction, State responsibility for cyber activities, human rights in the digital realm, and responses to cyber attacks. The book also addresses rules of engagement in cyber warfare, suppression of cyber crimes, limits of cyber espionage, and combating cyber-related terrorism. Each chapter features case law explanations from different jurisdictions, contextualized by real-life cyber incidents worldwide. Written by a recognized expert, this work objectively navigates ongoing debates on cyber issues within the framework of international law. It is accessible and enlightening, appealing to a diverse audience, including international lawyers, law students, military strategists, law enforcement, policymakers, and general readers.