Michael Fortune
09 March 2026
Imagine a world where the rules of war protect the most vulnerable among us—civilians caught in the crossfire, or those who are injured while fighting. In our first episode of "The Takeover: Under Protocol 47," we dive into a critical piece of international law, specifically looking at Protocol I of the Geneva Conventions, adopted back in 1977. This protocol set out to enhance the protection of victims during international armed conflicts, recognizing the brutal realities of war and the need for clearer guidelines that prioritize humanity. Protocol I is essentially an update to the original Geneva Conventions of 1949, designed to acknowledge the changing nature of warfare. With rising non-state actors and increased civilian casualties, it became imperative to have robust frameworks that ensure the safeguarding of all individuals impacted by armed conflict. So, what does Protocol I actually do? It outlines specific provisions aimed at protecting civilians, combatants, and civilian objects during hostilities. In short, it’s a way of holding warfare to a moral standard, even when tensions run high. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.
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