Spain
Practice Relating to Rule 138. The Elderly, Disabled and Infirm
Spain’s LOAC Manual (1996) provides: “The law of armed conflicts provides a particular protection to … the elderly”.
In addition, the manual states: “In besieged or encircled areas where there is a civilian population, it shall be endeavoured to conclude local agreements with the enemy to organize the evacuation of … aged persons”.
Spain’s LOAC Manual (2007) states: “The law of armed conflict grants special protection to … the elderly.”
In addition, the manual states: “In besieged or encircled areas where there are civilians, efforts must be made to conclude local agreements with the enemy for the evacuation of … the elderly.”