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In reply to the discussion: Gaza has been burnt to the ground [View all]Oopsie Daisy
(5,610 posts)* yet they hide among civilians and use innocent people as human shields. This is the fault of Hamas.
Using civilians as human shields is considered a serious violation of international humanitarian law and can be considered a war crime. International humanitarian law, which includes the Geneva Conventions and other treaties, provides protections for civilians during armed conflicts. Deliberately using civilians as human shields involves placing them in harm's way to deter an adversary from attacking or to shield military targets from being attacked.
The intentional use of civilians as human shields is expressly prohibited. It undermines the principle of distinction, endangers the lives of innocent people, and violates their rights to protection and dignity.
The use of human shields is condemned by the international community, and those who engage in such practices may be held accountable for war crimes or other serious violations of international law.
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