LEGAL SECURITY OF ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY IN THE CONDITIONS OF ARMED CONFLICTS

Abstract

Problem setting. Armed conflicts are one of the most serious problems of humanity, causing harm not only to the peoples concerned, but also to the environment. Military actions have a serious and long-term impact on the environment, they lead to large-scale destruction of ecosystems, pollution of atmospheric air, water resources, soils, loss of biodiversity, etc. The use of chemical, biological, nuclear and other weapons in modern wars only exacerbates this negative impact. Such changes are serious challenges for sustainable development, because the environmental consequences of armed conflicts affect not only regional ecosystems, but also global ecological processes. Given the international documents that regulate environmental protection during military conflicts, the relevance of this problem is growing. The environmental consequences of military actions are often ignored, since the main focus is on humanitarian losses. Purpose of the research is to study the legal support for environmental security in armed conflicts. Analysis of recent researches and publications. The issues of legal support for environmental security in armed conflicts are addressed in the works of such scholars as G. Balyuk, A. Bouvier, A. Collins, M. Medvedev, J. Pugh, V. Strelnik, K. Halm, E. Hesam, O. Shompol, etc. In modern conditions, this issue is becoming particularly relevant. Article’s main body. The article examines the problem of legal provision of environmental security in conditions of armed conflicts, as military actions have a serious and long-term impact on the environment, they lead to large-scale destruction of ecosystems, pollution of atmospheric air, water resources, soils, loss of biodiversity, etc. Such changes are serious challenges for sustainable development, since the environmental consequences of armed conflicts affect not only regional ecosystems, but also global ecological processes. Attention is paid to the evolution of environmental thought over the past thirty years, in particular the impact of military conflicts on the environment and the consequences they leave. The importance of international legal acts, such as Additional Protocol I to the 1949 Geneva Conventions and the ENMOD Convention, which establish restrictions on the means and methods of warfare to avoid excessive pollution and destruction of natural ecosystems, is emphasized. Conclusions and prospects for development. The article highlights important aspects of environmental protection during military operations. It helps to understand how existing legislation can be applied to minimize environmental damage, and also points out gaps that need to be improved. In addition, the article emphasizes the need for international cooperation and exchange of experience in this area, which is important for the development of effective environmental protection strategies. This makes it a valuable resource for scientists, policymakers and practitioners working on environmental security issues.