Cluster Munitions and International Law

The video discusses the February 28th, 2022, Russian attack on Kharkiv, Ukraine, focusing on the use of cluster munitions. Amnesty International investigates the attack, highlighting the indiscriminate nature of cluster bombs and their impact on civilians. The video explores the historical use of these weapons, international treaties aimed at banning them, and the challenges in enforcing such bans. It compares cluster munitions to chemical weapons, emphasizing the need for justice and accountability in war crimes.

What was the primary focus of Milena Marin's team at Amnesty International?

• To gather evidence of potential war crimes

• To document all military activities in Ukraine

• To negotiate peace treaties

• To provide humanitarian aid to civilians

Why are cluster munitions considered illegal under most international laws?

• They are too expensive to produce

• They are ineffective in military operations

• They are difficult to transport

• They cause indiscriminate damage

What percentage of cluster munition deaths are civilians?

• 94%

• 50%

• 100%

• 70%

What is a significant reason why cluster munitions remain dangerous long after conflicts end?

• They have a high failure rate and remain unexploded

• They are radioactive

• They are easily camouflaged

• They are used in large quantities

What method did Amnesty International use to analyze the Kharkiv attack?

• Satellite imagery

• Drone surveillance

• 3D modeling of the area

• Interviews with military personnel

Which countries have not signed the 2008 cluster munitions treaty?

• Brazil, India, and Japan

• Canada, Australia, and the UK

• China, Russia, and the US

• France, Germany, and Italy

What is a key reason for the continued use of cluster munitions by some countries?

• They are easy to manufacture

• They are seen as effective against both vehicles and personnel

• They are environmentally friendly

• They are cheaper than other weapons

How are cluster munitions similar to chemical weapons in terms of international law?

• Both are allowed under certain conditions

• Both are used primarily for defensive purposes

• Both are banned due to their indiscriminate nature

• Both are considered precise weapons

What is a major challenge in achieving international justice for the use of cluster munitions?

• Lack of evidence

• Impunity of major offenders

• Insufficient legal frameworks

• Limited media coverage

What is the immediate need for people affected by the use of cluster munitions?

• Military intervention

• Long-term legal proceedings

• Economic sanctions

• Immediate humanitarian support