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What are war crimes?
War crimes are serious violations of the laws of war, which protect civilians and limit the brutality of armed conflict. Targeting an ambulance, as happened in Pakistan, is a clear example, as medical personnel and vehicles are specifically protected. These laws aim to ensure a basic level of humanity even during wartime.
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