How does international law define a war crime? 



How does international law define a war crime? Helium Answer:

International law defines a war crime as any violation of the laws and customs of war as codified primarily by the Geneva Conventions and the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC). Key acts classified as war crimes include:

  • Intentional attacks against civilians or civilian structures.
  • Using human shields or taking hostages.
  • Indiscriminate attacks that do not distinguish between combatants and civilians.
  • Torture, inhumane treatment, and unlawful deportation.
  • Employing prohibited weapons or methods of warfare.

The ICC may prosecute individuals or leaders responsible for such acts, emphasizing individual criminal liability rather than state responsibility. Despite wide-ranging agreements, enforcement remains complex due to political dynamics and state sovereignty issues, often leading to impunity for violators. This was evident in the 2023 conflict involving Israel and Hamas, where accusations of war crimes were levied against both sides, highlighting enforcement challenges in practice

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July 06, 2025





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