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What is the definition of an &quot;involved party&quot; as used by the International Humanitarian Fact-Finding Commission?
<p><a href="http://www.ihffc.org/index.asp?page=procedure" rel="nofollow">A page</a> on the website of the International Humanitarian Fact-Finding Commission (IHFFC) states</p>

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  <p>One of the most important characteristics of the Commission is that it may conduct an investigation only with the consent of the parties involved.</p>
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<p>Let's say that Country A recognizes the IHFFC and asks it to investigate a conflict between Country A and Country B, which has also recognized the IHFFC and declared so accordingly.</p>

<p>If any other parties are involved, they must give their consent to any investigation. However, what is the definition of "involved"? If Country C lent arms to Country B that were used in the action under investigation, is it counted as "involved", or would it have to take direct military action for it to be considered "involved"?</p>

<p>Parties means parties to the conflict.</p>

<p>The circumstances of providing weapons to one of the belligerents would not make you a party, providing intelligence, targeting or advice might.</p>

<p>Worth noting that in nearly 25 years of existence the commission has <em>never</em> conducted an investigation. Possibly because of an inability to get the required consent.</p>
