Overview

Targeting is the primary method for securing strategic objectives in an armed conflict. Failure to comply with the law of targeting jeopardizes the achievement of those aims. It is therefore essential that all those involved in or studying issues surrounding targeting have an accurate and complete understanding of this area of law. This book offers the definitive and comprehensive statement of all aspects of the law of targeting. It is a 'one-stop shop' that answers all relevant questions in depth. It has been written in an open, accessible yet comprehensive style, and addresses both matters of established law and issues of topical controversy. The text explains the meanings of such terms as 'civilian', 'combatant', and 'military objective'. Chapters are devoted to the core targeting principles of distinction, discrimination, and proportionality, as well as to the relationship between targeting and the protection of the environment and of objects and persons entitled to special protection. New technologies are also covered, with chapters looking at attacks using unmanned platforms and a discussion of the issues arising from cyber warfare. The book also examines recent controversies and perceived ambiguities in the rules governing targeting, including the use of human shields, the level of care required in a bombing campaign, and the difficulties involved in determining whether someone is directly participating in hostilities. This book will be invaluable to all working in this contentious area of law.

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Author:   William H. Boothby (Former Deputy Director of Legal Services, Royal Air Force)
Publisher:   Oxford University Press
Imprint:   Oxford University Press
Dimensions:   Width: 16.30cm , Height: 4.20cm , Length: 23.50cm
Weight:   1.095kg
ISBN:  

9780199696611

ISBN 10:   0199696616
Pages:   652
Publication Date:   16 August 2012
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

Section I: The Law of Targeting in Context 1: Introduction 2: Historical Evolution of the Law 3: Sources of the Law 4: Spectrum of Conflict Section II: General Principles in the Law of Targeting 5: Fundamental Customary Principles and Customary Rules 6: The AP1 Rule of Distinction 7: The AP I Requirement to take Precautions in Attack 8: The Controversy Over the Notion of Direct Participation in Hostilities 9: The Controversy over Bombardment - What is the Required Degree of Care? Section III: Particular Protections 10: The Protection of the Environment 11: Cultural Property 12: Objects Entitled to Special Protection Section IV: Weapons and Technologies 13: Weapons Law 14: Targeting Using Particular Technologies Section V: Specific Media 15: Naval Warfare 16: Air Warfare 17: Space Warfare 18: Cyber Warfare Section VI: Practical Aspects of Contemporary Targeting 19: The Prosecution of Difficult Targets 20: Types of Warfare Section VI: Implementing the Law of Targeting 21: How States Implement the Distinction Principle 22: When Things go Wrong Section VII Conclusion 23: The changing nature of conflict and the law of targeting

Reviews

... Boothby's comprehensive up-to-date analysis of the entire corpus of rules pertaining to the conduct of hostilities and the many controversial issues surrounding it is a most welcome addition to the literature on the laws of armed conflict. Prof. Dr. Robin Geiss, Global Law Books

The books structure is clear and logical; each chapter ends with a valuable summary; there is a good index. * David Bentley, International Law, Chatham House * ... Boothby's comprehensive up-to-date analysis of the entire corpus of rules pertaining to the conduct of hostilities and the many controversial issues surrounding it is a most welcome addition to the literature on the laws of armed conflict. * Prof. Dr. Robin Geiß, Global Law Books * Though expansive in scope, the monograph is detailed and precise in its analysis, balancing scholarly inquiry with operational understanding and context. Air Commodore Boothby's unique experience and perspective, along with his academically rigorous yet accessible style, make this a valuable text for anyone wishing to better understand the complex field that is targeting in modern armed conflict. * Emily Crawford, British Yearbook of International Law *

Author Information

Bill Boothby recently retired as Deputy Director of Legal Services for the Royal Air Force. He served in Germany, Cyprus, Hong Kong, Croatia and in a variety of locations in the United Kingdom. In 2009 he was awarded a Doktor der Rechte degree in international law at the University of Frankfurt (Oder) in Germany and published his associated doctoral thesis with OUP under the title Weapons and the Law of Armed Conflict. He is on the Editorial Board of the UK Manual of the Law of Armed Conflict, and contributed as one of the group of experts to the Harvard Manual on the International Law of Air and Missile Warfare. He is currently engaged as a member of the core group of international law experts preparing a Manual on the International Law of Cyber Warfare. Following retirement from the RAF, he plans to teach international law at a number of Universities and to continue to write and speak on the subject.

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