CLASSIFICATION OF INTERNATIONAL ARMED CONFLICTS IN THE PRACTICE OF INTERNATIONAL JUDICIAL INSTITUTIONS

Abstract

Abstract. The article addresses the problematic issues of classifying international armed conflicts in the practice of international judicial institutions. Special attention is paid to the normative foundations for the classification of armed conflicts established by international law. The main legal criteria for determining the existence of an international armed conflict and its distinction from other conflicts are highlighted. The research also includes an overview of international judicial institutions such as the International Criminal Court, the International Court of Justice, and other tribunals whose jurisdiction extends to cases involving international crimes, particularly war crimes and crimes against humanity. It has been established that each of these institutions has its own characteristics and approaches to the classification of armed conflicts, which can affect their judicial practices. The article elucidates the differences in the approaches of tribunals and international courts to the classification of armed conflicts by analyzing specific cases and precedents. It has been found that such differences can lead to varying legal consequences, impacting the effectiveness of international justice and the provision of fairness for affected parties. Based on the conducted analysis, it is concluded that the classification of armed conflicts remains a complex and multifaceted issue that requires further research to improve the international legal system.