Cambridge University Press - The Law of Armed Conflict Book

Explore the complex relationship between military necessity and the law of armed conflict in this academic work from Cambridge University Press. This book examines the legal limits that govern how a commander assesses military necessity during operations. It provides a deep analysis of the discretionary processes involved in these assessments, specifically looking at how the concept of a reasonable military commander functions within the legal framework. Readers will gain insight into the tension between necessary military action and the legal requirements meant to limit it. The text addresses the lack of guidance regarding discretionary processes and how assessments of excessive civilian losses are presumed to be handled. This is an essential resource for those studying international law, military strategy, or the legal principles that shape modern conflict.