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International Humanitarian Laws V. International Human Rights

Although both branches of law are often confused, international human rights and international humanitarian laws have nothing to do with one another. Both branches of law are very important as they protect the basic human rights of every human being. However, the manner in which they are instilled are quite different. In this article, we … Continue reading

Humanitarian Rights and the Nations

Humanitarian laws are the set of laws that govern armed conflict; or it is the law of war and the effects of such wars on people and property. The ultimate goal of humanitarian laws are to limit and minimize the amount of suffering caused by war, by regulating the way in which military operations are … Continue reading