Law of war
Law of War
The Law of War (pronunciation: /lɔː ɒv wɔːr/), also known as Jus Belli or International Humanitarian Law, is a set of rules which seek to limit the effects of armed conflict. It protects people who are not or are no longer participating in hostilities and restricts the means and methods of warfare.
Etymology
The term "Law of War" is derived from the Latin jus meaning "law" and bellum meaning "war". The term is often used interchangeably with "International Humanitarian Law" and "Laws of Armed Conflict".
Related Terms
- War Crime: Serious violations of the laws applicable in armed conflict giving rise to individual criminal responsibility.
- Geneva Conventions: Four treaties, and three additional protocols, that establish the standards of international law for humanitarian treatment in war.
- Hague Conventions: A series of international treaties and declarations negotiated at a series of peace conferences in The Hague.
- Combatant: A person who directly engages in armed conflict.
- Non-combatant: A person who is not taking a direct part in hostilities.
- Prisoner of War: A person captured by a belligerent power during an armed conflict.
- Neutrality (international relations): The policy or status of a nation that does not participate in a war between others.
- Occupation (international law): The military occupation of a country by a foreign power.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Law of war
- Wikipedia's article - Law of war
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