“Lois humanitaires” translates to “Humanitarian Laws” in English. This term refers to a set of international legal norms and principles that seek to protect individuals who are not participating in hostilities, such as civilians, medical personnel, and humanitarian workers, during armed conflicts. These laws aim to limit the effects of armed conflict for humanitarian reasons by restricting the means and methods of warfare and ensuring humane treatment for all individuals.
Humanitarian laws are primarily codified in the Geneva Conventions and their Additional Protocols, which outline the responsibilities of warring parties to respect and protect those who are not or are no longer participating in hostilities. Key principles include the protection of civilians, the prohibition of torture and inhumane treatment, and the obligation to provide care to the wounded and sick.
The main objective of humanitarian laws is to ensure that even during war, basic human rights are upheld, aiming to alleviate suffering and maintain human dignity amidst the chaos of conflict.
Le président américain a exigé jeudi que les pays qui reçoivent des armes des États-Unis respectent les lois humanitaires internationales et permettent l'acheminement de l'aide humanitaire dans les zones de…