The landscape of conflict is shifting, bringing new challenges to IHL compliance:
In the complex and often devastating world of modern conflict, serves as a vital safeguard for human dignity. Known colloquially as the "laws of war," IHL does not aim to stop war itself but rather to limit its humanitarian impact by regulating how hostilities are conducted. Core Principles: The Four Pillars International humanitarian law
: Those deprived of their liberty must be treated humanely and protected from violence or intimidation. The landscape of conflict is shifting, bringing new
: The use of weapons or methods of warfare that cause superfluous injury or unnecessary suffering is strictly prohibited. Essential Protections : The use of weapons or methods of
: Anticipated incidental loss of civilian life or damage to civilian objects must not be excessive in relation to the concrete and direct military advantage anticipated.
: Only those measures necessary to achieve a legitimate military purpose are permitted.