International Law and the Use of Indirect Force by Chosen Udorji - 9781041021452

Name: International Law and the Use of Indirect Force by Chosen Udorji - 9781041021452
Brand: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Taylor & Francis Ltd

This book critically examines the use of indirect force by states and the extent of its prohibition under international law. The indirect use of force by states \u2013 what are colloquially referred to as \u2018proxy wars\u2019 \u2013 has been steadily rising.\nWith the emergence of new modes of asymmetric warfare, the state's use of indirect force is gradually moving away from the covert style of the Cold War era to a more overt form. Despite such a shift, this state practice has received very little critical scrutiny, and as a result, its position within the existing international legal framework remains unclear. Viewing this practice through doctrinal, critical, and TWAIL theoretical lenses, this book argues that the current international law and jurisprudence on the meaning and scope of the use of\n\nInternational Law and the Use of Indirect Force\nThe Legal Status of Proxy Wars\nFree UK delivery on this item.\n\nThis brand new item is available with free UK delivery using Royal ;