Accountability of Armed Opposition Groups in International Law

Who is accountable under international law for acts committed by armed opposition groups? In today`s world most political conflicts involve non-state actors attempting to exert influence. But we often know little about these groups, and even less about how to treat their actions legally. Zegveld examines the need to legally identify the parties involved when internal conflicts arise, and the reality of their demands for rights. She considers who should be held accountable for their acts. This will interest academics, postgraduates and professionals involved with armed conflict and international relations.

1. Legal restraints on armed opposition groups
2. Substantive obligations of armed opposition groups

3. Accountability of group leaders
4. Accountability of armed opposition groups as such
5. Accountability of the State for group acts
6. The quest for accountability revisited