143. What is a War Crime? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Thinking in English
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International Humanitarian Law
The purpose of the rules of war is to save lives, reduce suffering and keep some humanity. Every single country in the world has ratified and approved the geneva conventions. They don't just apply to countries or national governments, but any one fighting in a conflict,. An army, a political party, a militia, mercenaries or even armed civilians must follow them.
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