pt. I. Setting the scene. Introducing UN sanctions ; Towards a pragmatic rule of law model for UN sanctions -- pt. II. The evolution of the UN sanctions framework. From Aegina to Abyssinia -- a prehistory of UN sanctions ; Sanctions under the UN charter -- pt. III. UN sanctions in practice. Establishing the legal basis for sanctions -- identifying threats and invoking Chapter VII ; Delineating the scope of sanctions and identifying targets ; Fine-tuning sanctions: setting objectives, applying time-limits and minimising negative consequences ; Delegating responsibility for sanctions administration and monitoring -- pt. IV. Strengthening the rule of law. Rule of law weaknesses in the UN sanctions system ; Strengthening the rule of law performance of the UN sanctions system ; Concluding remarks
