Rights of the protection of Medical Professionals during armed conflict in the era of automated weapons: A case study of Gaza
Keywords:
International Humanitarian Law, Geneva Conventions, Additional Protocols, Protection of Medical Professionals, Armed Conflict.Abstract
The rights and protections of medical professionals during armed conflict are examined in this study, with particular attention paid to the persistent abuses that occurred in Gaza during Israeli military operations in 2008, 2012, and 2014 as well as the current conflicts in 2023–2024. Utilizing the Geneva Conventions and its Additional Protocols as well as the framework of International Humanitarian Law (IHL), the study emphasizes the legal duties to safeguard medical workers and facilities during times of conflict. The humanitarian crisis in the area is made worse by documented occurrences that show concerning trends, such as targeted attacks on medical personnel and hospitals, despite these safeguards. This study examines the effects of automated weapons systems, including drones, which make it more difficult to identify medical professionals and facilities and raise the possibility of collateral harm. This paper highlights the urgent need for improved accountability procedures and more robust enforcement of IHL by looking at certain infractions and how they affect the provision of healthcare, and highlights the necessity for enhanced technology and more sophisticated legal frameworks to protect medical professionals in armed conflict within the limitations of automated warfare. In order to protect civilian health during armed conflicts, the findings support international action to defend medical professional rights and guarantee their ability to practice without fear in combat areas.
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