Cross-Linkages between Non-Adverse Derogation and Non-Renunciation of Rights in Modern IHL

Cross-Linkages between Non-Adverse Derogation and Non-Renunciation of Rights in Modern IHL

Cross-Linkages between Non-Adverse Derogation and Non-Renunciation of Rights in Modern IHL Articles 6/6/6/7 of the four Geneva Conventions of 1949 (GCs) allow belligerent States to conclude special agreements either to implement their duties under international...
An Operational Perspective of Military Advantage and Proportionality

An Operational Perspective of Military Advantage and Proportionality

An Operational Perspective of Military Advantage and Proportionality Scholars have described the law of targeting as lying at the heart of the law of armed conflict (LOAC). Within the law of targeting, the rule of proportionality requires military planners,...
Ukraine Symposium – Ukraine and the Future of the Ottawa Convention

Ukraine Symposium – Ukraine and the Future of the Ottawa Convention

Ukraine Symposium – Ukraine and the Future of the Ottawa Convention In 1935, the International Labor Organization (ILO) adopted its 45th convention, generally prohibiting the employment of women in underground mining work. The treaty achieved widespread adoption, with...
On Robert Kolb’s Advanced Introduction to International Humanitarian Law, Second Edition

On Robert Kolb’s Advanced Introduction to International Humanitarian Law, Second Edition

On Robert Kolb’s Advanced Introduction to International Humanitarian Law, Second Edition This post provides select reflections based upon the experience of writing the second edition of my book, Advanced Introduction to International Humanitarian Law (Edward Elgar...
Ready Soldier One: Video Game Incentives and Law of Armed Conflict Compliance

Ready Soldier One: Video Game Incentives and Law of Armed Conflict Compliance

Ready Soldier One: Video Game Incentives and Law of Armed Conflict Compliance A gamer sits in his room, headset on, staring unblinkingly at a screen. He is closing on his final target in a Call of Duty battle royale match. With a well-placed shot, he takes down the...