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Human Rights Law in Conflict Zones

by Emily Thomas 1,*
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Emily Thomas
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FLPR  2020, 10; 2(1), 10; https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flpr.20200613
Received: 24 April 2020 / Accepted: 21 May 2020 / Published Online: 13 June 2020
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Abstract

This paper explores the complex interplay of human rights law within conflict zones, examining the significant challenges and legal frameworks that govern the protection of human rights amidst warfare and instability. Conflict zones, characterized by the breakdown of state authority and the presence of various warring factions, often result in severe violations of international human rights standards. The paper analyzes the legal principles that are intended to safeguard human rights, such as the Geneva Conventions, the Rome Statute, and other international treaties. It evaluates the effectiveness of these legal instruments in preventing human rights abuses, considering the limitations imposed by the chaos and complexity of conflict environments. The discussion also delves into the role of international organizations and humanitarian agencies in responding to human rights crises, highlighting both their successes and failures. Ultimately, the paper argues for the need for a more robust legal framework and stronger enforcement mechanisms to protect human rights in conflict zones.

Keywords: Human Rights Law, Conflict Zones, International Human Rights Standards, Geneva Conventions, Humanitarian Law.;
Copyright: © 2020 by Thomas. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY) (Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License). The use, distribution or reproduction in other forums is permitted, provided the original author(s) or licensor are credited and that the original publication in this journal is cited, in accordance with accepted academic practice. No use, distribution or reproduction is permitted which does not comply with these terms.

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Thomas, E. Human Rights Law in Conflict Zones. Frontiers of Law & Policy Research, 2020, 2, 10. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flpr.20200613
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Thomas E. Human Rights Law in Conflict Zones. Frontiers of Law & Policy Research; 2020, 2(1):10. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flpr.20200613
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Thomas, Emily 2020. "Human Rights Law in Conflict Zones" Frontiers of Law & Policy Research 2, no.1:10. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flpr.20200613
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Thomas, E. (2020). Human Rights Law in Conflict Zones. Frontiers of Law & Policy Research, 2(1), 10. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flpr.20200613

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