The “Total Defeat” of Hamas and the End of NIAC

The “Total Defeat” of Hamas and the End of NIAC

by | Aug 13, 2024 | AoW Posts, Blog, Law of Armed Conflict, Terrorism / Counter Terrorism

The “Total Defeat” of Hamas and the End of NIAC Since the onset of the hostilities in Gaza that began on October 7, 2023, Israel has consistently identified the “complete destruction” of the “military and governmental capabilities” of Hamas as one of its principal war...
Rules of Engagement in Large Scale Combat Operations

Rules of Engagement in Large Scale Combat Operations

by | Apr 9, 2024 | AoW Posts, Blog, Rules of Engagement

Rules of Engagement in Large Scale Combat Operations As the focus of U.S. military doctrine and contingency planning shifts from counterinsurgency (COIN) campaigns toward large-scale combat operations (LSCO), Judge Advocates must anticipate changing operational law...
Ceasefire in International Armed Conflict: Implications for Jus Ad Bellum Self-Defense

Ceasefire in International Armed Conflict: Implications for Jus Ad Bellum Self-Defense

by | Feb 14, 2024 | AoW Posts, Blog, Use of Force

Ceasefire in International Armed Conflict: Implications for Jus Ad Bellum Self-Defense In recent months, various commentators have proposed that Ukraine should agree to a ceasefire with Russia as a means of ending the ongoing hostilities of the Russo-Ukrainian War....