Hostilities and Rampant Violence in the oPt
In-depth legal analysis of the hostilities in Israel and Gaza, as well as rampant violence across the occupied Palestinian territory (oPt).
Legal Proceedings Relating to Israel and the oPt
These dedicated research pages outline proceedings before the International Court of Justice (ICJ), as well as updates on other significant proceedings before domestic and international courts.
Humanitarian Assistance and Access in Armed Conflict
A short video to reiterate the necessity of humanitarian access and assistance to areas by NSAGs in armed conflict.
Announcing the Inclusion Network Expert Group
An announcement on the IHL Centre's new Inclusion Network Expert Group, featuring ten experts.
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Understanding IHL
An introduction and overview of the key concepts of international humanitarian law. For students, researchers and the NGO community.
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We are an independent expert group that provides rapid and in-depth legal advice, training and advocacy on international humanitarian law to ensure the protection of people in conflict zones worldwide.
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As a specialised legal centre, we conduct research, provide independent information and analysis to the humanitarian community, train local actors, and advocate legal and policy changes to ensure international humanitarian law is respected and applied without discrimination.
IHL Advisory Service
Are you a professional struggling to find out what your rights and obligations are under international humanitarian law? We provide targeted advice on legal and policy questions to the humanitarian community.