State of the World from NPR

Are Countries Ignoring the Laws of War?

Nov 1, 2024
Greg Myrie, NPR's correspondent for Israel-Hamas and Russia-Ukraine conflicts, sheds light on the troubling breaches of international laws of war. He discusses how civilians are increasingly vulnerable as norms are ignored. Myrie highlights specific violations, like the military use of protected sites and controversial actions such as the seizure of Ukrainian children. His insights reveal the complexities and challenges faced by human rights organizations in seeking accountability for these ongoing war crimes.
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