Peacemaking, the law of armed conflict, and territories effectively controlled by armed non-state actors
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This paper explores emerging international and state practice towards territories under the effective control of armed non-state actors in conflict-affected states. It focuses on Syria, Yemen, Libya and Afghanistan and pays particular attention to emerging practice around peacemaking, the application of international humanitarian law and relief, and the dealing with certain counter-terror, security and public health issues that potentially threaten international peace and security.