Critical perspectives on environmental protection in non-international armed conflict : developing the principles of distinction, proportionality and necessity / Tara Smith
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Critical perspectives on environmental protection in non-international armed conflict : developing the principles of distinction, proportionality and necessity
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Tara Smith
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This article presents a timely and relevant critical examination of the customary international law principles of distinction and proportionality, and the doctrine of military necessity and the extent to which they can be better interpreted to protect the environment during the conduct of hostilities in non-international armed conflict. In so doing, this article contributes new perspectives to the ongoing debate on how environmental protection ought to be enhanced during non-international armed conflict. The article also suggests ways in which the International Law Commission (ILC) might approach the development of draft principles based on these customary principles as part of their current programme of work.
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