Countries are independent actors in the international system, yet they agree to rules that regulate their behavior. In waging war, governments accept limits on when, how, and against whom they can legally use force. This course examines the international laws of war and governments' motivation to obey - and sometimes violate - them. Students will learn to read and interpret international treaties, analyze case studies, and participate in a mock tribunal. The course will equip students to draw more general conclusions about the strengths and weaknesses of the international legal system.
SSC-350: International Laws of War
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