Scope of the law in armed conflict, Vol. 96, No. 893
… the "scope of applicability" of the body of law regulating armed conflict – international humanitarian law (IHL) – and its interaction …
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Malaysia: Young Humanitarian Writers Competition
… UPDATE: The deadline for the Young Humanitarian Writers Competition has now been … Respecting Life and Human Dignity The International Committee of the Red Cross … of violations of international humanitarian law (IHL) – also known as the law of armed …
Algeria: Senior Workshop on International Rules governing Military Operations – SWIRMO
… from 14 to 19 November for a workshop on the international rules governing military … compliance with and promotion of the law of armed conflict. In the eight years that … of reflection and discussion on international humanitarian law (IHL) and international human …
Protection of cultural property in the event of armed conflict - Model law
… Legislation for common-law States seeking to implement their … spite of the existence of detailed norms of international law for the protection of … the ICRC Advisory Service on International Humanitarian Law has developed this new model …
Jean-Pictet Competition: Taking the law out of the books
… uniform, the magistrate's dress or the humanitarian vest... During the week, 144 … edition of the Jean-Pictet Competition in International humanitarian law, organized in 2016 in Évian-les-Bains, …
International Conference of the Red Cross and Red Crescent
… The International Conference is a unique forum bringing together the world's largest humanitarian network and nearly every … strengthening of international humanitarian law and its implementation, the strengthening …
Oman: Online workshop on humanitarian frontline negotiation
… Online- Peer Workshop on Humanitarian Frontline Negotiation for Oman … Organization (OCO), Oman Charities, the International Federation of Red Cross and … as stipulated by international humanitarian law, human rights law, and refugee law.” …
What should we do when the world is burning? Start by restoring laws of war
… of people are on the move. An unprecedented humanitarian disaster is unfolding. Fear and … to find ways to strengthen respect for the laws of war. The sad fact is that horrendous … reference point: the Geneva conventions. The International Committee of the Red Cross …
Young Humanitarian Journalists Competition 2022
… The Young Humanitarian Journalists Competition (YHJC) … from the past and emerging challenges" and "International humanitarian law – alleviating human suffering" . The aim …
Arms transfers to parties to armed conflict: what the law says
… responsible action and restraint in the international arms trade remain pressing humanitarian imperatives. What are the … violations of international humanitarian law (IHL) and international human rights law …
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