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In Blood Oil, Leif Wenar examines how global markets and the oil trade fuel violence, human rights abuses, and the perpetuation of authoritarian regimes. Through a detailed analysis of the economic and political forces that govern oil markets, Wenar argues that the rules of international trade and governance enable dictators to profit from their country's resources while oppressing their people. This book explores how the world's reliance on oil contributes to global injustices, offering ethical and practical solutions for tackling these issues, while calling for reforms in international law and business practices to promote justice and accountability. 13. Geographical Context: Global, with a focus on oil-producing authoritarian regimes