Laws of Armed Conflict

The Laws of Armed Conflict are international rules designed to limit the effects of war. They protect people who are not fighting, such as civilians and prisoners, and restrict the means and methods of warfare to prevent unnecessary suffering. These laws emphasize humane treatment, prohibit targeting civilians and civilian objects, and require combatants to distinguish between military objectives and non-combatants. Their goal is to balance military necessity with humanitarian considerations, aiming to reduce suffering and uphold human dignity during conflicts.