Diplomacy & Politics Glossary

Every term you need — from Model UN procedure to international law, economics, and political theory. Clear definitions, real examples, and cross-linked concepts.

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C

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Common Article 5

A provision in the Geneva Conventions establishing the International Committee of the Red Cross's right to monitor the treatment of prisoners of war and detainees.

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G

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Geneva Conventions Additional Protocols

Treaty agreements supplementing the original Geneva Conventions to expand protections in armed conflicts, including non-international conflicts.

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Geneva Conventions Common Article 1

An article obligating all parties to international armed conflicts to respect and ensure respect for the Geneva Conventions in all circumstances.

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Geneva Conventions Common Article 3

A provision establishing minimum humanitarian protections in non-international armed conflicts.

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M

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Martens Clause

A provision in humanitarian law emphasizing protection based on principles of humanity and public conscience when no specific treaty rule applies.

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