France
Practice Relating to Rule 24. Removal of Civilians and Civilian Objects from the Vicinity of Military Objectives
France’s LOAC Summary Note (1992) states: “Civilians and civilian objects must be kept away from the dangers [resulting from military operations] and, if necessary, be removed from the vicinity of military objectives.”
It further states: “The commander organizes the cooperation with the civilian authorities and sets the priorities, in particular with respect to the precautionary measures to be taken for the protection of civilian populations.”