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Civilian casualties in war: Navigating the dark realities of international law
Exploring the limitations of international legal frameworks
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Readers may be surprised to know that there are conditions that allow for the lawful killing of civilians during times of war under international law. Although the deliberate targeting of civilians is considered a war crime and international law intends on providing clear protection for non-combatants during armed conflicts, there are conditions which make the killing of civilians permissible during wartimes.
So, when is the killing of civilians allowed? Which laws make the killings of civilians permissible? Find out by clicking through this gallery.
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