humanitarian
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Multiple legal experts told BBC Verify the destruction of property is strictly prohibited by international humanitarian law, unless it is demanded by military necessity.
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
Since ascending to the throne of St. Peter, Leo has frequently clashed with the administration on issues ranging from immigration to foreign policy, emphasizing humanitarian concerns and diplomacy over force.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026
Citing a councillor, Lawan Zanna Nur Geidam, in Yobe's Geidam district, as well as three residents and an official from an international humanitarian agency, news agency Reuters said at least 200 people had been killed.
From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026
Last Easter, Putin also announced a one-day cease-fire, citing humanitarian reasons.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026
After the German surrender, he brought one more argument to the table: using the bomb on Japan would fatally compromise America’s moral and humanitarian standing, undermining any efforts to create a workable international control regime.
From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik
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