This book introduces key issues on the use of force while also providing a detailed analysis of technological developments and recent legal discussions in the field.

The author examines areas such as support for rebel groups, the concept of humanitarian intervention, the Responsibility to Protect and recent conversations around the fight against the "Islamic State" in a clear and accessible manner, through a thorough presentation of relevant cases and materials.

This book is essential reading for students studying force and its intersection with international law.

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This book introduces key issues on the use of force, while also providing a detailed analysis of technological developments and recent legal discussions in the field.

Detailed Contents Introduction 1 The History of the ius ad bellum 2 The Prohibition of the Threat or Use of Force 3 The Collective Security System 4 Self-Defense 5 Intervention by Invitation 6 Humanitarian Intervention and the Responsibility to Protect 7 Peacekeeping Index

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Product details

ISBN
9781138591127
Published
2020-01-13
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd; Routledge
Weight
640 gr
Height
246 mm
Width
174 mm
Age
U, 05
Language
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Innbundet
Number of pages
240

Author

Biographical note

Ralph Janik is a lecturer at the University of Vienna.