Individual soldiers do share personal responsibility for committing war crimes. While various factors such as superior orders, coercion, indoctrination, and the environment of war can influence their actions, these factors typically mitigate rather than eliminate accountability. Modern international law strives to balance the recognition of these influences with the imperative to uphold legal and moral standards, ensuring that justice is served while considering the complex realities soldiers face. This nuanced approach seeks to hold individuals accountable while also addressing the broader systemic and command structures that contribute to the perpetration of war crimes