International Law and the Use of Force

This fully revised and updated second edition of International Law and the Use of Force covers one of the most topical and controversial subjects in international law. It examines not only the use of force by States, but also the role of the UN and regional organizations in the maintenance of international peace and security. The terrorist attacks of September 11th, the subsequent use of force in Afghanistan, and the invasion of Iraq in 2003 have all prompted a major reappraisal of the law in this area.

Readership: Academics and students working in international law and international relations. Practitioners, diplomats, and policy-makers.