Working by, with, and through partners in military operations has become a preferred approach in U.S. security policy. Doing so without uniform controls governing conduct and the use of force can result in real consequences for civilians.
InterAction welcomes the positive developments to minimize civilian harm in conflict in the 2018 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), and…
When U.S. military actions abroad harm civilian populations, making amends should focus primarily on fulfilling the needs and wants of…
As the number of armed conflicts continues to rise globally, so, too, does civilian harm, resulting in the highest number…
The impact of fighting on civilians is particularly acute in urban areas, resulting in the destruction of multiple infrastructures.
The use of explosive weapons in populated areas (EWIPA) has caused significant harm to civilian populations. Beyond individual deaths and injuries, explosive weapons cause indirect…
It is impossible to fully prevent displacement in armed conflict, particularly when military operations are carried out in populated areas.
In armed conflicts around the world, destruction of civilians’ property and assets, public services, and critical civilian infrastructure has resulted…
