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Protection of Hospitals and Schools in Armed Conflicts

Summary

This resolution condemns the increasing attacks on hospitals and schools during armed conflicts, labeling them as violations of international humanitarian law. It calls for independent investigations and greater accountability for perpetrators.
10 28.04.2016
Other
human rights
international relations
public international law

Key points

  • Attacks on hospitals and schools are recognized as serious violations of international law and may constitute war crimes.
  • The resolution calls for transparent and independent investigations to ensure that those responsible for attacks are held accountable.
  • There is a critical need to protect all humanitarian workers equally, regardless of whether they are international or local staff.
  • The EU is encouraged to consider imposing arms embargoes on countries that are responsible for serious breaches of international law.
Documents (PDFs)
JOINT MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on attacks on hospitals and schools as violations of international humanitarian law MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on attacks on hospitals and schools as violations of international humanitarian law MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on attacks on hospitals and schools as violations of international humanitarian law MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on attacks on hospitals and schools as violations of international humanitarian law MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on attacks on hospitals and schools as violations of international humanitarian law MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on attacks on hospitals and schools as violations of international humanitarian law MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on attacks on hospitals and schools as violations of international humanitarian law Attacks on hospitals and schools as violations of international humanitarian law
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