(OOC: See here for full post:
http://forum.thenorthpacific.org/single/?p=8242675&t=7376586)
The Eumenorian delegate submits his first draft for the new just war legislation.
1. Pre-War
a The cause must be just. Examples of just causes include, but are not limited to:
-Self Defence
-Support of an endangered ally
-Re-gaining legitimately owned territory
-Preventing atrocities
-Humanitarian intervention
-Preventing terror
-Pre-emptive strikes.
b War must be a last resort. All these options should be tried prior to declaring war:
-Diplomacy and Negotiations, Peace Talks
-Economic Sanctions
-Referendums
-Appeasement and compromise
-Appeal to higher power, e.g. DU
-Above all, the war must be thoroughly talked through with the other Helmebaine nations, not rushed and poorly planned. Where immediate response is necessary, the proper channels must be used (e.g. the DU and NPTO, Helmebaine). Any rapid response by an individual state should aim only to defend sensitive interests until a full deployment can be organised.
c There must be a good chance of success.
d The decision must be taken by a legitimate authority, or, in the case of a corrupt government, an authority recognised by the Helmebaine alliance
e The ultimate goal MUST be the restoration of peace.
2. During the War
a Conduct in war. The following rules must be observed:
-Forces must distinguish between combatants and non-combatants.
-Civilians MUST not be targeted. This means no bombing, other than surgical strikes against military instalments.
-Tactics that cause large amounts of harm and disruption to civilian life, such as preventing the transfer of food to the point of widespread starvation, or using civilians to shield important military installations, are not allowed.
-Weapons must be used proportionally. No nukes or chemical weapons.
-Wounded soldiers and POWs must be treated well and with respect. Those who surrender must not be harmed. Injured soldiers and civilians must have access to full treatment.
3. Post-War
a Don't seek revenge against the defeated enemy. Reparations should not be too harsh. The goal should be to build up and aid the defeated country to ensure a secure life for its citizens.
b All POWs and injured soldiers and civilians should be promptly returned to their own nations.