|Basic Rules of International Humanitarian Law (ICRC, 26 p.)|
Persons hors de combat and those who do not take a direct part
in hostilities are entitled to respect for their lives and
physical and moral integrity. They shall in all circumstances be
protected and treated humanely without any adverse distinction.
It is forbidden to kill or injure an enemy who surrenders or who
is hors de combat. The wounded and sick shall be collected and
cared for by the party to the conflict which has them in its
power. Protection also covers medical personnel, establishments,
transports and materiel. The emblem of the red cross or red
crescent is the sign of such protection and must be respected.
Captured combatants and civilians under the authority of an
adverse party are entitled to respect for their lives, dignity,
personal rights and convictions. They shall be protected against
all acts of violence and reprisals. They shall have the right to
correspond with their families and to receive relief. Everyone
shall be entitled