... established with the adoption of the Convention Concerning the Duties and Rights of States in the Event of Civil Strife in 1928. With the creation of the United Nations in 1948, the attitude of the international community towards mercenaries and mercenary related activities changed mainly due to the recognition of the people's right to self determination. Indeed, one of the main purposes of the UN ... and aid to armed opposition (the Contra) of the sovereign government and for mining the ports of Nicaragua in violation of international law is one of the most notable examples. The destru...

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