International law addresses humanitarian issues primarily through treaties and conventions aimed at protecting human rights, such as the Geneva Conventions and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. These legal frameworks establish standards for the treatment of individuals in times of war and peace. They seek to ensure that all people, irrespective of nationality or status, have access to essential rights and protection from atrocities. Additionally, organizations like the United Nations play a crucial role in enforcing these laws globally, often intervening to support ethical compliance and to hold violators accountable.