: Under IHL, journalists are protected as civilians, while war correspondents may be entitled to Prisoner of War status if captured. Modern Challenges and Evolving Law
: It is illegal to target homes, schools, or hospitals. Civilians must be shielded from the effects of military operations. International humanitarian law
: Those deprived of their liberty must be treated humanely and protected from violence or intimidation. : Under IHL, journalists are protected as civilians,
In the complex and often devastating world of modern conflict, serves as a vital safeguard for human dignity. Known colloquially as the "laws of war," IHL does not aim to stop war itself but rather to limit its humanitarian impact by regulating how hostilities are conducted. Core Principles: The Four Pillars : Those deprived of their liberty must be
: Anticipated incidental loss of civilian life or damage to civilian objects must not be excessive in relation to the concrete and direct military advantage anticipated.
: The use of weapons or methods of warfare that cause superfluous injury or unnecessary suffering is strictly prohibited. Essential Protections
: Parties must always distinguish between combatants and civilians, and between military objectives and civilian objects.