Tuesday, October 25, 2011

The Geneva Convention

Article 13:

"Prisoners of war must at all times be humanely treated. ...no prisoner of war may be subjected to physical mutilation or to medical or scientific experiments of any kind which are not justified by the medical, dental or hospital treatment of the prisoner concerned and carried out in his interest.

Likewise, prisoners of war must at all times be protected, particularly against acts of violence or intimidation and against insults and public curiosity."

1 comment:

Philip T said...

The last ten years have seen a deterioration in observence of the laws of war. The killing of particular individuals as an aim in itself seems to have gained acceptance. It is good to see the particular Articles set out...to remind us.