Iran Sanctions and the Jurisprudence of Civilian Protection New
The cumulative effect of UN Security Council sanctions on Iran created a widespread humanitarian crisis, disproportionately violating the fundamental rights of children -to health, education, and life-saving medicines. This article analyzes how this regime, alongside the powerful, assessment-free "Snapback" mechanism, challenges the legality of the Council’s actions. It argues that all Chapter VII measures must adhere strictly to humanitarian proportionality and child-centered safeguards to prevent the imposition of collective punishment.
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