Concept of activities of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation in the development and use of weapons systems, CCW/GGE.1/2023/WP.5

3. … Adherence to the basic principles of IHL: distinction, proportionality, humanitarian considerations and military necessity should be mandatory, as well as legal review in the study, development, acquisition or adoption of new weapon types. …

Concept of Activities of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation in the Development and Use of Weapons Systems (7 March 2023) CCW/GGE.1/2023/WP.5