The ‘Day After’ in the oPt: Legal Parameters for a Changing Reality
This research project examines the application of international law, and international humanitarian law in particular, to the occupied Palestinian territory (oPt) in the wake of significant recent developments in the Palestinian-Israeli context.
Questions and Answers on the 2026 Middle East Conflict
In the context of escalating hostilities in the Middle East, the IHL Centre is publishing a series of short Questions and Answers (in English and Arabic) addressing key IHL issues arising from the current situation.
Inclusive IHL: Closing the Gaps in Humanitarian Protection
This report explores how IHL can - and must - be interpreted and applied in ways that reflect the diversity of civilian populations affected by armed conflict.
The Stockholm Manual
The IHL Centre is excited to launch the Stockholm Manual: A Practitioner’s Guide to Conducting IHL Assessments and Advocacy. The Manual is an innovative, practical tool designed to support humanitarian, diplomacy and advocacy efforts.
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We are an independent, specialised legal centre providing legal advice, analysis, research, and training on international humanitarian law to advocate for the protection of people affected by armed conflict.
A global legal centre with local presence
We are a global organisation with context-specific expertise. Our team includes over 20 international lawyers, working across several hubs:
- Stockholm
- Jerusalem (Israel & Palestine team)
- Beirut (Middle East team)
- Nairobi (Africa team)
We also have a presence in a number of other key global locations, including Geneva and Brussels.
IHL Advisory Service
Our team of legal experts provides rapid, free, legal and policy advice to stakeholders on the laws of armed conflict. We provide support to states, humanitarian service providers, UN mechanisms, independent investigative bodies as well as local civil society groups.