30 Questions
What is a key factor in determining whether a military ship's presence in an international strait is lawful?
The intent of the ship's presence
Which of the following is an example of a threat of use of force?
A military ship blocking fishermen from another country
What is the main subject of the provision mentioned in the text?
The use of force
What is the purpose of the advisory opinion requested by the General Assembly?
To clarify the legal obligations of states in fighting climate change
What is the characteristic of micro insular states mentioned in the text?
They are small island states
What is the main difference between the situation mentioned in the text and the scenario of Italian warships going to France?
The purpose of the ships' presence
What is the primary aim of the emerging set of rules in the field of conflicts?
To establish treaties that ban the production and stock of certain weapons
What is the limitation of treaties that prohibit the production, stock, and use of nuclear weapons?
They are not binding for all states
What is the focus of international humanitarian law?
The rules of conduct during war
What is an example of a nuclear weapon with a limited effect?
Nuclear bullet
Why are some states not bound by treaties that prohibit nuclear weapons?
Because they are not signatories to the treaty
What is the status of the prohibition on nuclear weapons under general international law?
It is not clear whether it is a customary law
What is the main issue with entering another state's territory with military forces?
It is a violation of international law
What is the main argument made by states to justify military action against terrorism in another state?
The host state is unable or unwilling to fight terrorism
Which of the following states has been a leading proponent of the idea of lawful military response to terrorism?
United States
What is the term used to describe the killing of specific individuals, such as terrorist leaders or military officers?
Targeted killing
What is the estimated number of targeted killings that have taken place in recent years?
Over 100
Which of the following countries was involved in a targeted killing incident involving a high-ranking military officer?
Iran
What is the location of the corridor where the transit occurred?
Beyond any coastal state's territorial seas
What is the main issue in relation to Article 2.4 of the UN?
Threat of use of force
Why is the conduct not considered an unlawful use of force?
Because there is no physical violence involved
What is the significance of the guns being up or down in this scenario?
It indicates whether the US is exercising its right to pass or making a threat
What is the context in which the conduct should be evaluated?
The context of the broader intentions of the US and Taiwan
Which article is most closely related to the right of self-defense?
Article 51
What is a major challenge in implementing anticipatory self-defense?
Proving the attack is objectively certain
What was the name of the doctrine promoted by the US during the presidency of Bush Jr?
Bush Doctrine
What was the concern with waiting for the rocket to attack in the traditional interpretation of Article 51?
It would be too late to respond
What is the key difference between anticipatory self-defense and preemptive self-defense?
One is lawful, while the other is not
What was the result of the US promoting the preemptive self-defense doctrine?
The idea was abandoned after Bush Jr left office
What was the significance of the technical revolution in the context of Article 51?
It made it necessary to move forward the legitimate timeframe for self-defense
Test your knowledge on the recent developments in international humanitarian law, focusing on the prohibition of certain weapons and treaties regulating their use in conflicts. Learn about the emerging rules created from the 1980s onwards and their impact on global conflicts. Explore the key areas of focus, including nuclear weapons and their regulation.
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