First published 2015
Military law governs every decision from targeting enemies to defending against cyber attacks. Stanley McChrystal brings together seasoned military experts who reveal how legal frameworks actually function during real operations. These insiders examine coalition warfare between multiple nations and whether civilian organizations conducting military-style missions follow identical legal standards. The analysis covers Constitutional protections in military cyber defense, the legal process behind targeting decisions, and whether UN mandates create enforceable international humanitarian rules. The experts explore America's relationship with the International Committee of the Red Cross regarding legal obligations and how courts handle civilian lawsuits arising from wartime actions. They also address how armed conflict law applies beyond traditional warfare, including anti-piracy operations and humanitarian assistance in occupied territories. This comprehensive examination offers readers practical insight into the complex intersection of military necessity and legal constraint.
Genres: political-science, non-fiction, military-history, law
Vibes: authoritative, informative, thought-provoking
Tropes: insider-perspective, real-world-implications
Setting: United States
Period: 21st-century
880 pages · Paperback · Oxford University Press