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The Bulletin
Hamas and the Laws of War
Oct 31, 2023
The hosts discuss the Israel Hamas War and interview a legal expert to gain insight into the conflict. The concept of the law of war is explored, emphasizing the importance of avoiding suffering and maintaining fairness. The shocking similarities between Hamas and extremist groups like ISIS and al-Qaeda are examined. The importance of prioritizing citizen safety and Israel's obligations are discussed, along with the challenge of navigating misinformation.
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- Understanding the principles of the law of armed conflict is crucial for assessing situations and determining responsibility for war crimes.
- Enforcement of the law of armed conflict is essential to ensure compliance and hold non-compliant parties accountable for war crimes.
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The Law of Armed Conflict and War Crimes
The podcast episode explores the concept of the law of armed conflict and war crimes. It explains that the law of armed conflict comprises two main aspects: just ad bellum (the legal justification for going to war) and just in bello (the conduct within war). It emphasizes that launching an aggressive war and violating international treaties can be considered war crimes. It further delves into the five general principles of the law of armed conflict: military necessity, humanity, honor, distinction, and proportionality. The podcast highlights the importance of understanding these principles to correctly assess situations and determine responsibility for war crimes.
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