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The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Clarification Process on the Notion of Direct Participation in Hostilities under IHL

International Humanitarian Law Project public lecture

Date: Thursday 23 October 2008
Time: 6.30-8pm
Venue: Hong Kong Theatre, Clement House
Speaker: Dr Nils Melzer

Civilian participation in armed conflict makes it difficult to distinguish between the opposing armed forces and protected civilians. The ICRC expert process addresses this issue.

Dr Nils Melzer is legal advisor to the International Committee of the Red Cross.

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