#12 The Binding Power of Rules of Engagement: Enforcement & Punishment – Dr Regeena Kingsley Rules of Engagement (ROE) are precise instructions relating to the use of lethal force by military personnel when deployed on military operations. In blog “#10 Rules of Engagement & National Caveats: “Self-Defence” & “Mission Accomplishment” Instructions”, the two major categories of ROE instructions – self-defence and mission accomplishment instructions – were discussed in detail, with particular reference to the three types of authorisation, limitation and prohibition rules contained in the latter most influential category with regard to effective Multinational Operations (MNOs). Following this