Russian Operation in Syria: International Law
On
Sept. 30 Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the commencement of
Russian military operations in Syria. One of the most important
premises of the president’s speech was found in his statement that
Russia is taking part in this anti-terror operation with strict regard
for international law. Let us take a closer look at the legal aspects of
Russia’s actions.
Sept. 30 Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the commencement of
Russian military operations in Syria. One of the most important
premises of the president’s speech was found in his statement that
Russia is taking part in this anti-terror operation with strict regard
for international law. Let us take a closer look at the legal aspects of
Russia’s actions.
First
of all, we should say a few words about the legitimacy of the actions
taken by Russia’s leaders in terms of Russian domestic law.
of all, we should say a few words about the legitimacy of the actions
taken by Russia’s leaders in terms of Russian domestic law.
In accordance with Article 10 of the Federal law
«On Defense» (1996), the armed forces of the Russian Federation may be
utilized to carry out tasks in accordance with the Russian Federation’s
international treaties. They may be deployed under the conditions and in
the manner stipulated in those treaties and established by the
legislation of the Russian Federation.
«On Defense» (1996), the armed forces of the Russian Federation may be
utilized to carry out tasks in accordance with the Russian Federation’s
international treaties. They may be deployed under the conditions and in
the manner stipulated in those treaties and established by the
legislation of the Russian Federation.
