Bücher von Wolff Heintschel von Heinegg

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Features essays that explore the entire range of issues related to the question of how to implement and enforce international humanitarian law. This title includes an examination of the practice of 'lawfare' (an abuse of international humanitarian law for military or political purposes) which has proven effective in contemporary armed conflict.

Detention and occupation are two challenging aspects of international humanitarian law in 21st century warfare. This book features essays that examine the historical foundations of these issues, as well as the contemporary practices surrounding them.

This volume features essays on the legal regime governing the use of force during armed conflicts, otherwise known as Hague Law or conduct of hostilities rules. The articles reflect research into the theoretical and practical difficulties of maintaining humanitarian laws delicate balancing of military necessity and humanitarian considerations in the face of evolving means and methods of warfare and competing perspectives as to how the balance is best achieved. Particular attention is paid to the principle of distinction. Also included are essays on the law governing warfare at sea and in the air.