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TomSlick

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4. The laws of war only apply when there is a war - i.e. an international armed conflict

Reply to Sweet Rosie Red (Reply #1)

Wed Feb 25, 2026, 05:58 PM

21 hrs ago

Intentional starvation of a population my be a crime against humanity but there is no international tribunal recognized by the US capable bringing such a charge.

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intentional starvation of a population is a violation of the laws of war. Sweet Rosie Red 23 hrs ago #1

I've gotten the impression barbtries 21 hrs ago #2

The laws of war only apply when there is a war - i.e. an international armed conflict TomSlick 21 hrs ago #4

It's a Medieval style siege. wnylib 20 hrs ago #5

Cuba could end the blockade Blumancru 21 hrs ago #3

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Hurray for Canada! Jilly_in_VA 2 hrs ago #11