The challenges of new technologies in warfare
… issues that new technologies raise for humanitarian law and action. Recent scientific and … drones - Interview with Marco Sassòli 8/9) Is International Humanitarian Law still relevant? …
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Combating sexual violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo
… 25th session, Human Rights Council The International Committee of the Red Cross would … conflict, despite the fact that international humanitarian law absolutely prohibits these acts in both …
To Serve and to Protect: Human Rights and Humanitarian Law for Police and Security Forces
… Law enforcement officials play a key role in … to incorporate the rules and standards of international law into their procedures. For … using recent experience to explain the international rules and standards applicable …
The Protection of the Red Cross, Red Crescent and Red Crystal Emblems
… Factsheet on the protection granted by international humanitarian law to the red cross, red crescent and red …
Fighting violations of humanitarian law
… and ensure better compliance with the law. …
65th Anniversary of the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide
… later, of the four Geneva Conventions, the international community unequivocally stated … and serious violations of international humanitarian law, the potential perpetrators should be …
Children and armed conflict & violence against children
… but also to the numerous violations of international humanitarian law and other relevant norms that often occur …
From our archives: Women and war
… de Liberación) at an ICRC session to promote international humanitarian law. © ICRC / B. Heger / co-d-00083 Southern …
Protection and promotion of the human rights of migrants
… language, family/social network, etc.). As a humanitarian organization, the ICRC is … Movement is committed to addressing the humanitarian needs of the most vulnerable … the ICRC will continue to contribute to the humanitarian response aimed at meeting the …
Advanced Training Course in International Humanitarian Law
… The biannual advanced training course in international humanitarian law for university professors took place at …
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