Qualification du conflit (Droit International Humanitaire)
Qualification of Armed Conflicts
The speaker discusses the qualification of armed conflicts to determine the applicable rules in international humanitarian law.
Definition of Armed Conflict
- The Geneva Conventions and Protocol Additional II provide initial definitions, but a clear definition was established in 1995 by the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia.
Criteria for Armed Conflict
- An armed conflict exists when there is the use of armed force between states or prolonged armed confrontations involving governmental authorities and organized armed groups.
- Distinction is made between internal disturbances and tensions, which do not qualify as armed conflicts, and situations involving organized armed groups leading to sustained violence.
Types of Conflicts: Internal vs. International
Distinguishing between internal disturbances and tensions versus actual armed conflicts based on specific criteria.
Internal Disturbances
- Internal disturbances refer to isolated acts of violence within a state's territory that do not fall under international humanitarian law.
Qualifying as an Armed Conflict
- Examples like the 2005 riots in French suburbs illustrate internal disturbances evolving into sustained troubles with organized armed groups, warranting application of international humanitarian law.
Evolution of International Humanitarian Law
Discussing changes in international humanitarian law over time and the need for updated educational resources.
Historical Context
- Changes in conflict nature have necessitated updates in international humanitarian law practices.
Educational Resources
- Publications like those from Henri Durand Institute aim to enhance awareness and understanding among academics, aid workers, and media professionals through concise summaries and additional resources.
Features of Educational Materials
Highlighting key characteristics that distinguish educational materials on international humanitarian law.
Notable Features