Law and force -- The prohibition of the use of force -- Invitation and intervention : civil wars and the use of force -- Self-defence -- Collective self-defence -- The use of force against terrorism : a new war for a new century -- The UN and the use of force -- Security council authorization for member states to use force -- Regional peacekeeping and enforcement action
Summary
"This book explores the whole of the large and controversial subject of the use of force in international law. It examines not only the use of force by states but also the role of the UN in peacekeeping and enforcement action, and the growing importance of regional organizations in the maintenance of international peace and security."--BOOK JACKET
