The Legal Regime Applicable to Private Military and Security Company Personnel in Armed Conflicts

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Focusing on the legal complexities surrounding private military and security companies (PMSCs) in armed conflicts, the book examines whether PMSC personnel can be classified as "mercenaries," "combatants," or "civilians" under international humanitarian law. It employs a context-dependent methodology to assess how the hiring entity—be it states, the United Nations, NGOs, or armed groups—affects the legal framework governing these personnel. This nuanced analysis sheds light on the implications of privatizing warfare in contemporary settings.