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The Geneva Conventions were adopted 70 years ago. Are they still relevant?
August 12, 2019 7:18 am
In the eight years of Syria's brutal civil war, the regime's military, backed by Russian forces, "has been deliberately targeting civilians and civilian institutions in areas held by the armed opposition,"--a "blatant affront to the Geneva Conventions."
India sets tone in Geneva as COP meetings adopt amendments to restrict e-waste dumping on developing countries
May 17, 2019 1:40 am
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Explained: How a Prisoner of War must be treated
February 28, 2019 10:57 am
India has cited the Geneva Conventions while demanding the release of Wing Commander Abhinandan who is in Pak Army custody. What do the Geneva Conventions say about the rights of prisoners of war?
India-Pakistan face-off: Plight of IAF pilot is X-factor as Govt plans next steps
February 28, 2019 7:44 am
New Delhi has conveyed to Islamabad that “no harm” should come to the pilot, and it is learnt that the Pakistan Army has indicated it will ensure “humane treatment.”
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