The passages quoted by Sir James from Hague Convention v., and from the Kriegsbrauch, relate entirely to the rights and duties of Governments, and have no bearing upon the tragical abuse of jurisdiction which is occupying the minds of all of us.
Holland critiques the focus on governmental rights and duties, highlighting a broader issue of jurisdiction abuse.
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