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Direct participation in hostilities

One of the key elements of international humanitarian law is the clear distinction between members of the armed forces and civilians. In contemporary armed conflicts, however, the proximity of civilians to military operations and their increased assumption of traditionally military functions lead to confusion as to the implementation of the principle of distinction.  Read full overview

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  • The International Review of the Red Cross: French selection 2008

    This issue is a collection of articles drown from the four issues of the International Review of the Red Cross of the year 2008. The themes are the following: conflict in Iraq, sanctions, Human rights and direct participation in hostilities.

  • Direct participation in hostilities

    The "Interpretive Guidance on the notion of direct participation in hostilities under IHL" aims to clarify the meaning and consequences of direct participation in hostilities under international humanitarian law.


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