International humanitarian law (IHL) protects persons and property affected by armed conflicts. Focusing on the controversies that impact IHL in practice, this much-anticipated book from leading expert Marco Sassòli discusses when IHL applies, its substantive rules, how to ensure its respect and whether the traditional distinction between international and non-international armed conflicts remains relevant.
Sassòli draws on a depth of practical experience to provide invaluable insight and comprehensive guidance on the rules protecting certain categories of persons (for example, civilians, wounded, etc.) during conflict and the rules governing different types of conduct (for example, occupation, naval warfare, etc.). The book examines how these rules interact with other branches of international law, such as human rights and international criminal law, and how the rules are applied to non-State armed groups. Cross-cutting issues, including terrorism, autonomous weapons, cyber warfare, gender and cultural heritage, are also addressed, providing readers with a well-rounded view of IHL and associated concerns.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Introduction
2. History
3. A general overview of IHL based upon its major delimitations
4. The sources of IHL
5. Respect of the law
6. Scope of application: when does IHL apply?
7. International and non-international armed conflicts
8. The protective regimes
9. IHL and other branches of international law
10. Selected cross-cutting issues
11. Conclusion
Marco SASSÒLI, International Humanitarian Law Rules, Controversies, and Solutions to Problems Arising in Warfare, Cheltenham, Elgar, 2019 (720 pp.)
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