The principle of distinction requires parties to an armed conflict to distinguish between combatants and non-combatants and to direct their attacks solely at military objectives.

The Rules of Engagement provide a framework for the lawful use of force by military personnel and aim to minimize the risk of civilian casualties and unnecessary destruction.

The principle of environmental protection requires parties to an armed conflict to take all feasible precautions to minimize the impact of military operations on the environment.

The Rules of Engagement are derived from international humanitarian law, which is a body of law that seeks to limit the effects of armed conflict and protect civilians and other non-combatants.

The principle of necessity requires military personnel to use force only when strictly necessary to achieve a legitimate military objective and to the extent required to do so.

Self-defense is the use of force by military personnel in response to an imminent threat or attack to protect themselves or others from harm.

The principle of humanity requires military personnel to treat captured combatants and other protected persons humanely, including providing them with food, water, and medical care.

A preemptive strike is the use of force by military personnel to prevent an imminent threat or attack before it materializes.

The principle of proportionality requires military personnel to use force in a manner that is proportionate to the threat or objective being pursued, avoiding excessive or indiscriminate use of force.

A counterattack is the use of force by military personnel in response to an attack that has already occurred.

The principle of distinction requires military personnel to take all feasible precautions to minimize the risk of harm to civilians and other non-combatants.

Retaliation is the use of force by military personnel in response to a violation of international law or a threat to international peace and security.

The principle of proportionality requires military personnel to avoid unnecessary destruction of property and infrastructure.

Coercion is the use of force by military personnel to compel an adversary to comply with a demand or to cease a particular course of action.

The principle of cultural protection requires military personnel to respect and protect cultural property and other objects of cultural significance.