Affiliation:
1. Marymount University, USA
Abstract
It is essential to understand the nature of war crimes to ensure that those responsible for their commission are held accountable. War crimes violate international law, and those who commit them should be brought to justice. Understanding the nature of war crimes is of critical importance for several reasons. War crimes can cause physical and psychological harm to civilians, lead to increased tension between nations, and result in those responsible for their commission being held accountable. As such, it is essential to understand the nature of war crimes to prevent them from occurring in the first place and to ensure that those responsible for their commission are held accountable for their actions. This chapter explores the complexity of addressing war crimes as a complex global issue by exploring the literature intending to educate others and encourage discourse focused on global community change.