Intimacies of
Remote Warfare
The Intimacies of Remote Warfare is an evidence-based research programme that aims to inform academic, public, and policy debates on the intimate realities of remote wars waged by advanced militaries. The programme investigates the politics, operations, technologies, and political economy of remote warfare, as well as its impact on civilian harm and blowback.
Articles
The latest arms race is not about bombs, but about algorithms
Podcast
In this De Correspondent article and accompanying podcast, Lennart Hofman asks if the military investments in AI is justified, or if the hype around AI is simply that – hype.
IRW researcher receives Utrecht University’s MA Thesis Award for Remote Warfare Research
News
Marrit Woudwijk wins MA thesis prize for her research into how Syrian refugees perceive Dutch F16 bombings.
Remote Warfare Commentary Roundup 6
Commentary
The Remote Warfare roundup commentary is a bi-weekly digest of unfolding news, op-eds and reports relevant to remote warfare.
UN Special Rapporteur casts a new light on enduring issues in remote warfare
Report
New report takes a fresh look at old issues.
The Good War
Podcast
This five part podcast series made by IRW's Isa Zoetbrood reflects on The Netherlands’ use of remote warfare and the acquisition of its first MQ reaper drones.
Remote Warfare Commentary Roundup 5
Commentary
The Remote Warfare roundup commentary is a bi-weekly digest of unfolding news, op-eds and reports relevant to remote warfare.