The Law of Armed Conflict (LOAC)

The Law of Armed Conflict (LOAC) is a set of rules that governs how wars are conducted. Its primary aim is to protect people who are not participating in hostilities, like civilians and medical personnel, and to regulate the means and methods of warfare. LOAC is based on international treaties, such as the Geneva Conventions, and customary international law. It ensures that even in conflict, there are standards for humane treatment and limits on the violence used, promoting accountability and the protection of human rights during armed conflict.