What is IHL?
This set of rules applies specifically during armed conflict
What is international Humanitarian Law (IHL)
The main purpose of IHL is to reduce this during war
Human suffering
This core principle requires all people to be treated with dignity in war
Principle of humanity
These people must never be targeted in attacks
Civilians
This concept Explains that military force must only be used for legitimate goals
Military necessity
IHL is designed to limit the effects of war on these 2 things
What are people and property
IHL tries to balance military necessity with these concerns
Humanitarian concerns
The principle of humanity applies to both civilians and this group
Combatants
Soldiers who surrender or are wounded must receive this
Protection
When an enemy surrenders, they must be taken as this instead of attack
Prisoners of war
IHL protects civilians, medical workers, and this group captured during war
Who are prisoners of war
Most IHL rules are based on these international agreements
Geneva conventions
The principle limits violence to what is necessary for legitimate military goals
Principle of humanity
The principle of humanity forbids this cruel act used to cause pain
Torture
This type of aid must be allowed to reach people in need
Humanitarian aid
IHL also regulates warfare by limiting the use of these 2 aspects
What are weapon and tactics
This organization helps teach and promote IHL worldwide
American Red Cross
Even during war, this is recognized as having value
Human life
Weapons that cause unnecessary suffering are described as causing this
Superfluous injury
This clause states people are protected even when no specific law applies
Martens clause
This key idea explains IHL in simple terms: war has rules , and IHL defines them
What is “war has rules”
IHL does not stop war, but it does this instead.
Limit the war causes
This key idea summarizes the principle: even enemies must be treated as this
Human beings
Care must be given to these individuals no matter which side they are on
wounded and sick
Humanitarian aid must be based on need not this factor
Nationality or side in the conflict