Essays about: "Humanitarian Law"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 211 essays containing the words Humanitarian Law.

  1. 1. Exploring the prospect that voluntary human shields can take a direct part in hostilities

    University essay from Försvarshögskolan

    Author : Emma Paris; [2024]
    Keywords : International Humanitarian Law; Voluntary Human Shields; Direct Participation in Hostilities;

    Abstract : This doctrinal thesis centers around the topic of voluntary human shields as a complex phenomenon requiring further scholarly attention. Specifically, this paper acknowledges that the actions of certain voluntary shields renders their classification as civilians strenuous, in which it is explored if the notion of Direct Participation in Hostilities might apply. READ MORE

  3. 2. Negotiating Peace: Analyzing Rebel Group Compliance with International Humanitarian Law

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för freds- och konfliktforskning

    Author : Nicole Kouwenhoven; [2024]
    Keywords : rebel compliance; IHL; commitment problem; negotiation; non-violent conflict behavior; international humanitarian law; costly signaling; NPFL; El Salvador; FMLN; Liberia;

    Abstract : The negotiation process of a peace agreement is an uncertain period where adversaries can have a difficult time credibly guaranteeing their commitment to an approaching agreement. However, violence is often ceased before a peace agreement is signed, demonstrating their importance for understanding non-violent and violent behavior by warring actors. READ MORE

  4. 3. Exceptionalism in Generic Situations - Should the Kosovo Advisory Opinion be regarded as sui generis?

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Juridiska institutionen; Lunds universitet/Juridiska fakulteten

    Author : Roy Jasim; [2023]
    Keywords : folkrätt; public international law; Law and Political Science;

    Abstract : The right to remedial secession is one of the most divisive issues in interna-tional law. An increasing number of legal scholars have argued that such a right exists, but State practise has shown little support for such a right. READ MORE

  5. 4. “For Your Freedom and Ours” Exploring the Motives Behind the Polish and Czech Response to the Russian Invasion of Ukraine through Role Conceptions

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionen

    Author : Linnea Månsson; [2023]
    Keywords : Czech Republic; Poland; role conceptions; role theory; Ukraine; European Union; United States.; Law and Political Science;

    Abstract : In their response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, in 2022, Poland and the Czech Republic surprised the world with their decisive and strong support, being leading contributors of both humanitarian and military aid. This paper is a qualitative case study using content analysis method and the theoretical framework of role theory. READ MORE

  6. 5. Bridging the Lacuna: Enhancing Victim Protection through the Extra-Territorial Applicability of the European Convention during the Active Phase of Hostilities

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Juridiska institutionen; Lunds universitet/Juridiska fakulteten

    Author : Giorgi Janjalashvili; [2023]
    Keywords : European Convention on Human Rights; International Armed Conflicts and Human Rights; Protection of Victims of Armed Conflict; European Court of Human Rights; ECHR; Extra-territorial Jurisdiction; Law and Political Science;

    Abstract : This thesis argues that the European Convention on Human Rights should apply extra-territorially during the active phase of hostilities to protect victims of the armed conflict. In this regard, three main issues are discussed separately. READ MORE