Just War or Just Peace?: Humanitarian Intervention and International Law
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Author Description
This volume critically examines the question of whether there is a right to intervene in a civil conflict for humanitarian reasons. It puts NATO's action in Kosovo in its proper legal perspective.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book investigates the legal legitimacy of humanitarian intervention in civil conflicts and whether such actions can be reconciled with established international law. Simon Chesterman, a scholar in international law, utilizes a rigorous legal framework to analyze the tension between state sovereignty and the protection of human rights. He evaluates historical precedents and the evolving norms of international intervention to determine if a legal right to intervene exists within the current global order.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Legal analysis of the United Nations Charter regarding the use of force
- Examination of the NATO intervention in Kosovo as a primary case study
- Historical overview of humanitarian intervention doctrines
- Assessment of state sovereignty versus international human rights obligations
Scope Limits
- Does not provide a comprehensive history of all global civil conflicts
- Focuses primarily on legal and normative frameworks rather than military strategy
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Legal scholars and practitioners frequently cite this work for its precise examination of the intersection between international law and humanitarian action. Experts highlight the text as a foundational resource for understanding the legal complexities surrounding the Kosovo intervention and the broader implications for international policy.
Page Count:
295
Publication Date:
2002-01-01
ISBN-10:
019171402X
ISBN-13:
9780191714023
Human rights
Conflict Resolution
International Law
Humanitarian intervention
International relations