War operations can be devastating, especially for civilians. One of the most destructive tactics used in war is the use of unspecified fire, conflagration, and hot substances. These tactics are often used to destroy infrastructure, weaken the enemy, and intimidate civilians. Unfortunately, these tactics also cause significant harm to non-combatants, leading to injury, displacement, and death.
The use of unspecified fire, conflagration, and hot substances violates international humanitarian law, which prohibits the use of methods or means of warfare that cause excessive harm to civilians. Civilians are protected persons under international humanitarian law, and belligerents are obliged to take all feasible precautions to avoid and minimize harm to them.
In cases where unspecified fire, conflagration, and hot substances cause harm to civilians, belligerents may be held accountable for war crimes. The International Criminal Court (ICC) has jurisdiction over war crimes, including those committed against civilians. The ICC can prosecute individuals responsible for war crimes, including military commanders and political leaders who order or condone such tactics.
The use of unspecified fire, conflagration, and hot substances in war is a serious violation of international humanitarian law. Belligerents must take all feasible precautions to avoid and minimize harm to civilians. Civilians are protected persons under international humanitarian law and must not be subjected to unnecessary harm. The ICC has jurisdiction over war crimes, including those committed against civilians, and can prosecute individuals responsible for such crimes.