ISBN: 9783389037706 - the interaction and complementarity of international humanitarian law and human rights law during armed conflicts (1 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - Research Paper (undergraduate) from the year 2023 in the subject Politics - Topic: Public International Law and Human Rights, grade: 10, Panteion University, Athen (International, European & Area Studies), course: International Human Rights Protection, language: English, abstract: The current landscape of global conflicts demands an urgent need to protect populations from severe violations of fundamental rights. This paper explores the intersection of International Humanitarian Law (IHL) and Human Rights Law (HRL) in addressing such challenges. Traditionally, IHL was applied during war, while HRL was seen as relevant only in peacetime. However, modern perspectives recognize the complementary and mutually supportive roles of these legal systems. By examining their interaction, this study highlights the potential for enhanced protection during armed conflicts, despite practical issues such as extraterritoriality and proportionality in the use of force. This analysis contributes to the broader effort of resolving conflicts and safeguarding human rights. …