international humanitarian law
Noun
Meaning
international humanitarian law (uncountable)
(international law) the law which regulates the conduct of armed conflict.
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International humanitarian law applies from the initiation of such armed conflicts and extends beyond the cessation of hostilities until a general conclusion of peace is reached; or, in the case of internal conflicts, a peaceful settlement is achieved.
International Red Cross guidelines on International Humanitarian Law include: “Avoid the permanent presence of armed forces, military material, mobile military establishments or installations, in towns or other places with a large civilian population.”