A forum for participants of the Montreux Document on pertinent international legal obligations and good practices for states related to operations of private military and security companies during armed conflict.
Insights from the MDF Co-Chair: the ICRC celebrates the 15 year-anniversary of the Montreux Document
“The Montreux Document is today the most widely accepted statement of how international law applies to the activities of private military and security companies in armed conflict.”
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On February 4th, 2026, the Council of Europe officially declared its participation to the Montreux Document, becoming the 4th international organisation to support the initiative23 February 2026 -
On 1 December, the MDF held a side event at the United Nations in Geneva on PMSCs’ cyber operations in armed conflict.12 December 2025 -
On August 15th, 2025, Honduras officially declared its participation to the Montreux Document, becoming the 61st supporting State.25 August 2025