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Sieges, Blockades and Starvation: What International Law Says
Sieges and blockades are not governed by a single simple rule. The key questions include starvation, civilian protection, humanitarian relief and the conduct of…
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Topic: International humanitarian law
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What Is a Military Objective? Civilian Objects and ‘Dual-Use’ Infrastructure
How the laws of war distinguish civilian objects from military objectives—and why “dual-use” is a description, not an automatic legal category.
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Russia–Ukraine War
The international armed conflict between Russia and Ukraine, including the full-scale invasion that began on 24 February 2022.
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International Humanitarian Law: The Basic Ideas
A practical introduction to the laws of war: who is protected, what may be targeted, and why distinction, proportionality and precautions matter.