The ICRC biometrics policy
… include border and migration control, counter-terrorism activities and national security. …
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Counter-terrorism activities must respect protections afforded by international humanitarian law
… on "Measures to Eliminate International Terrorism" As delivered by Mr. Christopher … and Legal Adviser, ICRC New York Mr. Chair, Terrorism negates the fundamental principle of … law (IHL). The ICRC condemns acts of terrorism and is deeply distressed by the …
Combatting terrorism should not come at the expense of humanitarian action or principles
… Assembly High-Level Side Event on "Counter-terrorism Frameworks and Sanctions Regimes: … robust measures to enhance their counter-terrorism framework, adding greater complexity … humanitarian law prohibits acts of terrorism, and the ICRC condemns those acts of …
Implementing IHL in West Africa: Redux
… relevant to the region including: counter-terrorism, protection of children, migrants, … in West Africa 29 31 7. IHL and Counter-Terrorism 32 8. Use of Force in Law … (IDPs), children, sexual violence, counter-terrorism, use of force in law enforcement, …
Guidelines on investigating violations of IHL: Law, policy and good practice
… weapon in public, robbery, torture, certain terrorism acts, war crimes, crimes against … and Civilian Casualties in U.S. Counterterrorism Operations, CNA and Marine Corps Uni …
The Geneva Conventions are for all of us
… challenges of conflict, including counter-terrorism operations in armed conflict. IHL …
Report of Meeting of Representatives of National Committees on International Humanitarian Law
… of IHL in no way hinder the fight against terrorism. IHL is not an obstacle to the … of the presumed perpetrators of acts of terrorism: where it is applicable, it simply …
Inhumane conditions and treatment in detention are counterproductive to preventing violent extremism
… and Security: Linkage between International Terrorism and Organized Crime As delivered by … accused or convicted of offenses related to terrorism can have harmful consequences not …
Fifth Commonwealth Red Cross and Red Crescent Conference on IHL
… challenges, such as the implications of anti-terrorism legislation for humanitarian action, … speaking on the issue of IHL and counter-terrorism measures, drew attention to: the proliferation of counter-terrorism laws, such as those prohibiting …
The potential human cost of cyber operations
… States for legitimate purposes, such as anti-terrorism operations. This list could be …
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