Is Israel breaking the rules of war? 

Yes 100% the law is law they are breaking the law,

I feel pain, unable to do anything. And the world couldn’t be able to do anything. The sad thing is that it is supported by the west that claims to be the champion of democracy and human rights.

Media keeps addressing symptoms and not the root of the pain and problem.

Since 1947

What about hamas beheading civilians?

Maybe someone should tell Hamas the rules of war, too.

These two guys should agree to a world wide legal campaign to state their claims to the land and whomever loses should be compelled to accept the verdict. These war they wage at every turn of a year is wearing the world down, affecting commerce, anxiety...the world needs peace.

I don't understand Isalm's logic. When they broke the rules of war, no one talk about it and then suddenly they became a victims, then they keeps saying follow the rules of the war. Same thing: Many islamic countries, close down Christian churches to renovate to mosque but when Christian countries do, they says it is religious persecution.

they follow their own rules, which is, nobody else matters.

Can see where this 'News' article is going within the first few minutes. Great when only one side has to abide by the rules.

They have not followed international law for decades. Why would they start now?

Hope people all love peace and can enjoy peace , enjoy family stay together.

Rules? What rules? When the chips are down, such regulations are tossed out of the window.

I think it’s safe to assume that in this conflict only one side will be anywhere close to playing by the rules of war.

Question: how do they ensure the aid gets to the civilians and is not stolen by Hamas?

There are no rules in war. War is war.

Rules of war! I'm not taking any sides here, nor agreeing with any of the carnage and suffering imposed on innocents on both sides. As a historian, just saying that historically, if any state or entity felt it was fighting for it's very survival/existence (and it could be argued both sides here are doing that) then the rules of war went out of the window. Wouldn't it be better to devote 100% of all efforts into ending the causes of the conflict rather than talking about the rules of war? Easy to say I know.

Is there a video asking whether Hamas broke the rules of war?

Name a war that did not break international law. 🤔

I think that the fact that there is only one side of this conflict that people are even bothering to talk to about "rules of war" with any hope that they would listen tells you all you need to know about this conflict...

Yes, they are. But so is Hamas.

When the blockade is mentioned everyone conveniently forgets that Egypt does the same on their portion of the border.

Yes. Next question.

an interventionist and militant mindset has brought about a shadow over the world's economies, disrupting the natural flow of progress and balance. The interventionist approach, where powerful entities seek to control and manipulate economic systems for their gain, creates a world of inequality. It fosters an environment where the few prosper while the many struggle, leading to imbalances that weaken the very foundations of our global economy. The pursuit of short-term gains often takes precedence over the long-term well-being of both people and the planet. Militant actions, whether economic or political, result in conflict and instability. These actions divert resources that could be better used for nurturing growth and development. Such mindsets perpetuate a cycle of competition and hostility that hinders cooperation and mutual benefit.

The rule is to win.

Trillions on past Wars, Here we are again. The real pain comes when the Draft starts and your Sons will be fed to the meat grinder.

So The Palestinians have the right to deffend them selves using force also ... Who is invading the other ?

Rules of war .. LoL What is this football match

Mas bien la pregunta es, cuales reglas no ha roto israel?

No , international law is decide by power

Why is the Chinese 🇨🇳 regime backing Hamas organization and committing Muslim Uyghur genocide at the same time?

"rules of war" those two words shouldnt be put together like that...clearly clickbait

Yes it captured Palestine since for 72 years

they set international law. they are the chosen one.

The fact that this is a question already delegitimizes the video.

Everybody has their own rule. Just watch out.

Is Isreal still breaking the rules of war. All rules were broken when they occupied Palestine since the beginning

they breached the law, so where's the police?

An episode on the amount of money invested in making weapons and other military technologies as well as how much the investors raked in before, during, and after a war will certainly help answer the question of why wars happen.

''rules of war '' ? The saying said it clear '' There are no rules in love and war '' :))

Yes

you should ask how many times they have broken the rule.

Definitely, it is !

*“Rules of war”* Doesn’t apply to Hamas.

i pray for all people

Article 51 Nothing in the present Charter shall impair the inherent right of individual or collective self-defence if an armed attack occurs against a Member of the United Nations, until the Security Council has taken measures necessary to maintain international peace and security.

In real war there are no rules. Economist is so out of touch with reality these days.

Which group is using innocent civilians as human shields? Which group specifically targeted civilians, including children?

yes

How about war is a violation to humanity.

rules only in paper its not a sports war.

Rules of war doesn’t apply to terrorists

is this even a question ?

Yes. The answer is yes.

It's hard to imagine a region in this world where Pakistanis are oppressed generation after generation. Being imprisoned and waiting for death every day, the child cannot grow to the age of eighteen.

There is no simple solution to this especially since the rules of war set by the UN are much more complex then just the ONE Article he mentions.

Why? Because their weapons are bigger?

Can someone explain to me how is there no water? How are they living? Are they zombies? How long a human can hang without it?

I find it amusing that war has laws and rules, almost an oxymoron. Edit: It appears that some individuals who lack proper reasoning are struggling to comprehend my point. Once a war has begun, it becomes impossible to enforce laws or rules. As humans, we are fundamentally against war for this reason. Picking a word from my writings to build an argument against is just petty. I hope you find your way in life.

Yes. Please stop the brutality!

Israel only has a small population. The 1400 deaths on oct 7th in a country the size of the usa would equate to 35, 000 deaths as the same percentage of population.

These laws are primarily concerned to countries and their armies. The law still lags when dealing with non-state actors like terrorist organizations. Hamas' doctrine has them place all their military assets in, under and around civilian infrastructure to protect itself. There are no provisions in any laws regarding cases like these.

Yes, they are but of course they'll get a pass thanks to reasons we all know

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Hamas tunnel inhabitant's last words: "I smell....gas!"

Is Hamas breaking the rules of war?

The same question should be asked if Hamas, who caused this war to begin with / wasn’t their surprise attack a violation of international humanitarian law?

There were no rules in the first place.

Yes, they always do

the only rule in war is don't lose

Yeah cause Hamas is playing by the rules.🤦🏾‍♂️

Israel is playing hardball now and the tough guys are going in.

Really interesting the speech only about Gaza, like nothing happened in Israel during all these years.

Were the Hamas respecting something.?

The rules of law saved hamas and Gaza may times before. Lawyers, something Hamas don't worry about.

Yes.

Absolutely and they have been for decades

Contested? I suppose some would defend Germany's actions in 1939-1945 as "contested" too.

With terrorists there are no rules for they are not bothered with any.

There are no rules of war in this situation. Hamas chose to use civilians to guard military assets, as such everyone in gaza is a military combatant

Literally both sides in every single war ever has broken almost all "rules of war"

Heal the world Make it a better place For you and for me, and the entire human race There are people dying If you care enough for the living Make a better place for you and for me

Stop the fxxking war !!!!

Are you going to make a video asking if Hamas broke the rules of war when they slaughtered innocent people for no reason?

"All is fair in love and war "

YES !

why do we learn history by repeating somethings wrong and passing hatred from generation to generation?

Why are rules different for Russia?

Could the economist cover what rules that cover the instigating murderous attack? A 2.5 min long explanation on the lawyers rules to war pertaining specifically to Israel comes across loud, clear and not unexpected.

Economist, mettetvi d'accordo

Does America gave proportional response to japan?

So as long as no one from Hamas had ever been in a building ever, it should be safe...

Is hamas breaking the rules of war? Then a proportional response would be the same.

I am a Jew and I am appalled by the disproportionate reactions this terribe government has manipulated. I do not agree with any type of violence, as violence doesn't bring peace. Innocent Israelis are suffereing and innocent Palestinian are suffering. There is no winner here. I hope the world see it for what this really is. I am so ashamed.

"Israel is committing war crimes that may amount to crimes against humanity, using the pretext of self-defense to justify its actions in Gaza. - Francesca Albanese, United Nations rapporteur on human rights in the Palestinian territories"

Hamas uses civilian houses to store weapons. Flattenning those houses is militarily justified.

Victory is aways for the powerful💪

the question should be: Are hamas terrorists creating a war they can't win ?

The Palestinian people have the right to defend their usurped land by all possible means. The Palestinian people are not like the Red Indians or the people of Tasmania, whom you were killing in cold blood. The people have the right to recover their lands and expel the racist Israeli coloniser.

Thank you for attempting to answer this question. This is a question that is not even asked on German media outlets, because we have a historic obligation to defend Israel‘s right to exist, but I think it’s important to ask this question. Also, it’s important to ask how Israelis will be able to distinguish between Hamas and civilians when Hamas is so deeply integrated into the society and how genocide can be avoided when Egypt continues to block the southern border. Interestingly, in German media also the question is raised how Germany is helping German citizens evacuate from Israel, but no mention is made of how we help German citizens escape Gaza. Yes, Israel has the right to defend itself and what they had to experience was and is an assault on humanitarian rights. I‘m only asking media to put the same standards to both parties involved.