"The Modern Law of Armed Conflict"

"The Modern Law of Armed Conflict" refers to the body of international laws that regulate how wars are conducted. It aims to limit the effects of armed conflict for humanitarian reasons. This includes protecting those who are not participating in hostilities, such as civilians and medical personnel, as well as restricting the means and methods of warfare. Key documents like the Geneva Conventions provide rules for treatment of prisoners and the wounded. The laws emphasize the principle of distinction, requiring combatants to differentiate between military and civilian targets to minimize unnecessary suffering and destruction.