International Humanitarian Law16 min readOct 13, 2026
Law of Armed Conflict and International Humanitarian Law: A Comprehensive Legal Analysis
The Geneva Conventions of 1949 represent the most universally ratified treaty regime in history. This analysis examines IHL's core principles — distinction, proportionality, necessity, and humanity — conflict classification, the IHL–IHRL interface, enforcement through international tribunals, and contemporary challenges posed by autonomous weapons systems and cyber operations.
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Lamia Akhter
LLB Student & Legal Researcher