– AnonymousTHE relevant international law to Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine can be stated quite simply. 2 (4) of the UN Charter unless the action is excused as self-defense or if an armed attack occurs under Art. The Russian attack on Ukraine is beyond comprehension if we are to make use of the international law on armed conflict. In short, it manifests NATO's acceptance of states' right to self- determination which the Kremlin does not. Asymmetric warfareAsymmetric warfare was experienced in Afghanistan which appeared to have stretched the meaning of "armed attack" in Art.

Source: Manila Times May 27, 2022 22:08 UTC