RULES OF ENGAGEMENT IN PEACE SUPPORT Flashcards
What are ROE?
Rules of Engagement
What is the purpose of ROE?
To guide the use of force in military operations
What are ROE based on?
Legal, political, diplomatic, and military considerations
How do we train for ROE?
Through systematic training and repetitive hands-on exercises
Why is understanding escalation of force steps important?
It helps soldiers make instantaneous decisions about the use of force
What do ROE for military personnel and DUF for police personnel provide?
Guidance in accordance with mandate, UN Charter, and International Law
What is the significance of the use of force in peace support operations?
It is specific to mission and differs from national legal restrictions
What are the two key elements of self-defense?
Necessity and Proportionality
What does necessity in self-defense refer to?
Imminent danger created by hostile acts
What does proportionality in self-defense require?
Force must be limited in intensity, duration, and magnitude
What is the role of commanders regarding ROE?
To ensure each soldier clearly understands the mission’s ROE
What must ROE be like to be effective?
Understandable, memorable, and applicable
What does R.A.M.P. stand for in the context of ROE application?
Return fire, Anticipate attack, Measure force, Protect life
Fill in the blank: ROE must be listed as an ______ in the OPORD.
annex
True or False: ROE are the sole legal basis for the use of force by international forces.
True