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Explosive Weapons in Populated Areas

This theme addresses the devastating impact of explosive weapons in populated areas, emphasizing the need for stricter regulations, civilian protection, and adherence to international humanitarian law to mitigate harm and long-term effects.

Parties to conflict should avoid using heavy explosive weapons in populated areas

Parties to conflict should avoid using heavy explosive weapons in populated areas

May 24, 2016 7 mins read Law and Conflict / Videos The editors

In this video, the head of ICRC’s Arms Unit, Kathleen Lawand, discusses the humanitarian consequences and legal implications of the use of explosive ...