Is forced feeding in response to hunger strikes a violation of the prohibition of torture and cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment ? / Walter Ruiz... [et al.]
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Is forced feeding in response to hunger strikes a violation of the prohibition of torture and cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment ?
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Walter Ruiz... [et al.]
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This panel discussion features a wide range of viewpoints on the legal, philosophical and ethical issues associated with the forced feeding of detainees in response to hunger strikes. In particular, the panelists discuss the specific context of Guantanamo and the interplay between international humanitarian law and international human rights law.
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