Important areas of convergence between International Humanitarian Law and Islamic Law

With armed conflicts taking place in so many parts of the Muslim world, the Islamic law of war is as indispensable as ever for the protection of civilians and other persons hors de combat. Over the centuries, classical Muslim jurists have provided impressive legal literature, which, just as international humanitarian law (IHL), brings humanity in war. This set of seven posters cover showcase the important areas of convergence between the Islamic laws of war and IHL, particularly covering

• Protection of heath-care providers and humanitarian personnel
• Management of the dead
• Protection of children in armed conflict.