Command Responsibility
Command Responsibility is a legal doctrine used in military and international law. It holds leaders accountable for crimes committed by their subordinates when they have the power to prevent or punish those actions. If a commander knows, or should have known, about illegal activities and fails to act, they can be held responsible for those actions, even if they didn't directly participate. This principle emphasizes the ethical and legal duty of leaders to ensure their troops follow the law and uphold human rights, reinforcing accountability within military hierarchies.
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Command responsibility is a principle in international law that holds military leaders accountable for their actions and the actions of their subordinates. If a commander knew or should have known that their subordinates were committing war crimes or serious violations of human rights, and failed to prevent or punish those actions, they can be held legally responsible. This concept emphasizes that leaders must ensure lawful conduct within their ranks and takes into account the responsibilities that come with authority and command in military operations.