International Relations: what relevance has the Just war tradition for modern armed conflict?

 International Relations

What relevance has the Just War tradition for modern armed conflict?

1. The essay is to be written in an academic style, including referencing using the Harvard referencing system.
2. The essay is to include a list of references, which does not count towards the word count.
3. Marking will depend on five factors:
a) Wide range of knowledge and thorough grasp of relevant information and evidence of
independence of thought.
b) Extensive relevant references of academic source which are appropriate and perceptive.
c) A consistent demonstration of powers of critical analysis and synthesis in developing arguments.
d) Clear evidence of an analytical approach to the issues raised by the topic.
e) The capacity to engage critically with arguments and evidence.