Armed Groups

Today, ribs of gold and other essential treasures are a major driver of one of the deadliest conflicts in the world.

International law must better understand and account for the realities of civilian life in territory under armed group control.

Case studies reveal that Islamist rebel groups may be willing to comply with certain international humanitarian norms if linked to Sharia law.

While legislating is traditionally seen as a role of the State, armed groups impose “rebel law” over ~64 million people in contested regions.