The 75th anniversary of the Geneva Convention and its disregard in current wars

In the 75th anniversary of its officialization, the Geneva Convention, which defines the rules of war, remains the most well-known international convention. But from the war in Gaza to the war in Syria, from the conflict in Ukraine to the one in Myanmar, this set of rules on the protection of civilians, prisoners and soldiers injured in war is largely ignored and its defenders are call for renewed commitment to respect international law. The Geneva Convention, which has been adopted by almost all countries of the world since it was drafted on August 12, 1949, is in a disadvantageous position. Militant groups and armies are regularly flouting the laws of war. The president of the International Committee of the Red Cross, Mirjana Shpoljaric, says that “international humanitarian law is under pressure.” “International law is being ignored. It is being undermined to justify violence. More than ever, the world must recommit to respecting this framework that provides protection during armed conflict on the premise of protecting life and not justifying death.” says Mrs. Shpoljaric. The convention's roots date back to the 19th century. Its purpose is to define the rules of war: they prohibit torture and sexual violence, provide for the …

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The 75th anniversary of the Geneva Convention and its disregard in current wars

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