Geneva Conventions
/ˈdʒɛnɪvə kənˈvɛnʃənz/
Definitions
- (n.) A series of international treaties establishing standards for humanitarian treatment during war.
The Geneva Conventions protect civilians and prisoners of war during armed conflicts.
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Commentary
Often cited collectively, the Geneva Conventions comprise multiple treaties adopted in 1949, critical for regulating conduct in armed conflicts.
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