The author refers to the increasingly frequent cases when the application and interpretation of international law is required before domestic courts, inclu- ding in the field of human rights implementation. In doing so, she briefly discusses the various possible ways of applying international law before do- mestic courts with the aim of providing horizontally (between courts of the same degree) and vertically (between higher and lower courts) harmonised interpretations, as both application and interpretation of international law by domestic courts contribute to respect for international law in each country and to international legal development and consistent enforcement at the global level. A brief critical-analytical summary of legal regulation and practice in Slovenia is presented, while the conclusions provide some concrete proposals on how the use of international law and human rights law in the Slovenian judicial system could be further strengthened, also in light of ensuring the rule of law at domestic and international level, which is not only in the interest of individuals, which is especially true in ensuring respect for fundamental human rights and freedoms, but also in the strategic interest of the state.

Keywords: international law, human rights, treaties, customary international law, general principles of law, domestic courts.

Retired diplomat mag. Aleksander Čičerov (1949–2022) was an established legal expert, researcher, teacher, volunteer, mountaineer, and many more of his activities could be mentioned. His work left an indelible mark on the Slovenian legal landscape and beyond. In particular, his contribution to the development of the field of air and aviation law in Slovenia, in theory and practice, is so ex- tensive and important that he can rightly be considered the father of the field. His monograph International Air Law, stands out as the first comprehensive professional examination of the subject in Slovenia, showcasing his expertise in this area. Besides his remarkable expertise and invaluable contributions across diverse fields, he was an extraordinary individual who served as a shin- ing example and source of inspiration to countless people.

Key words: in memoriam, Aleksander Čičerov, international law, air law, diplomat.

From 31 March to 2 April 2023, the University of Cyprus hosted the interna- tional Model United Nations Conference – UCYMUN, which was attended for the first time this year by a delegation of 12 students from the University of Lju- bljana’s Faculty of Law: Lovro Bobnar, Mark Jeršič, Marta Lipovec, Benjamin Nahtigal, Jasna Nuhanović, Peter Pollak, Rok Šarić, Gal Veber, Metka Vodušek, Ema Voje, Anže Zalaznik and Maks Zupančič. The team was mentored by Prof. Dr. Vasilka Sancin and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Maša Kovič Dine. The conference was held in English and the delegates participated in simulations of six conference committees: the UN Security Council, the UN Human Rights Council, UN Women, the European Parliament’s "Special Committee on Beating Cancer”, the European Parliament’s "ITRE” Committee (Committee on Industry, Re- search and Energy) and the International Court of Justice in The Hague. The delegation from the University of Ljubljana’s Faculty of Law emerged as the most successful team in the competition, garnering six individual awards.

Key words: student competitions, simulations of organs and institutions of international organizations, United Nations, European Union, the Faculty of Law of the University of Ljubljana.

The international scientific conference Responsibility to Protect in Theory and Practice, held on 11 and 12 May 2023 at the Faculty of Law of the University of Ljubljana, marked the tenth anniversary of the launch of the series of bien- nial international interdisciplinary scientific conferences on the principle of R2P at the Faculty of Law of the University of Ljubljana, which brings together theoreticians, researchers and practitioners from various fields relevant to the implementation of R2P from all over the world. It was held under the honorary patronage of the President of the Republic of Slovenia, Nataša Pirc Musar, who in her opening address expressed the strong support of the Republic of Slove- nia to R2P and stressed that the promotion and protection of human rights transcends national borders. These R2P conferences have made a significant contribution to positioning Slovenia as a leading supporter of activities that help protect populations from genocide, war crimes, crimes against humanity and ethnic cleansing.

Key words: responsibility to protect, genocide, war crimes, crimes against hu- manity, ethnic cleansing, University of Ljubljana Faculty of Law.