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The Casualties of Remote Warfare

Here you will find a variety of relevant publications, op-eds, events, and podcasts published by ourselves and others.

Remote warfare is only remote for some. While politicians portray it as riskless, algorithmic targeting and ‘precision’ airstrikes often lead to widescale civilian casualties. These casualties are often denied, kept secret or undercounted to maintain the myth of a clean war. In response, a growing community of scholars and NGOs have utilised remote-sensing techniques to monitor civilian harm. The resulting contestation of the exact numbers of civilian casualties has provoked intense debate. This raises pressing questions about the impact of the violence executed and democratic control.
Civilian Harm
Article
29 February 2024
29/02/24

Death by Remote Control: Drone Warfare in Afghanistan, Ukraine and Beyond

Article
Prof. Roberto J. González explores the lived experiences of soldiers and civilians who are directly affected by the introduction of unmanned and increasingly autonomous weapon systems on the 21st century battlefield.
Civilian Harm
Commentary
Linde Arentze
12 February 2024
12/02/24

F-35 weapon export and civilian harm in Gaza

Linde Arentze
Commentary
In a groundbreaking judgement, the Dutch Court ruled that The Netherlands must cease the export of F-35 fighter jet parts to Israel. The ruling forms an important statement as lines of responsibility in contemporary warfare continue to blur.
Civilian Harm
Commentary
Lauren Gould
18 January 2024
18/01/24

Rechter eist meer transparantie van Defensie in de Hawija zaak

Lauren Gould
Commentary
Op 17 januari eiste de rechter in een tussenvonnis meer transparantie van Defensie over de aanloop tot het bombardement op Hawija. IRW’s Lauren Gould reflecteert in een opiniestuk op de betekenis van de uitspraak.
Algorithmic Warfare
News
18 December 2023
18/12/23

Jessica Dorsey on the realities of Israel’s algorithmic warfare

News
Realities of Algorithmic Warfare project leader Jessica Dorsey recently appeared on Al Jazeera's Inside Story, discussing the critical role of AI in Israel's military strategies in Gaza.
Algorithmic Warfare
Op-ed
Marijn Hoijtink, Robin Vanderborght
12 December 2023
12/12/23

Israel’s use of AI in Gaza War is morally unacceptable

Marijn Hoijtink et al
Op-ed
In an op-ed in the Flemish daily newspaper De Standaard, Dr. Marijn Hoijtink and Robin Vanderborght argue that the Israel's narrative of a precise and moral war is an illusion.
Civilian Harm
Article
Patricia Sullivan
19 June 2023
19/06/23

The effects of US security assistance on civilian harm

Patricia Sullivan
Article
Dr. Sullivan discuss her findings on how state violence varies based on the type of security assistance and the institutional environment in the recipient state.
Civilian Harm
Commentary
Shakila Ayubi
19 June 2023
19/06/23

How Dutch media assesses the decision to arm drones

Shakila Ayubi
Commentary
Unveiling the ethical implications and accountability challenges surrounding armed drones, this NRC analysis provides a comprehensive assessment of the Netherlands decision to equip drones with weaponry.
Civilian Harm
Podcast
Marc Garlasco, Annie Shiel
19 June 2023
19/06/23

Civilians searching for answers from the US

Marc Garlasco et al
Podcast
A podcast on how the US responds to claims of civilian harm caused by US airstrikes and how civilians are left with lots of questions instead of answers.
Civilian Harm
News
Charlie Savage et al
19 May 2023
19/05/23

US kills ten civilians in drone strike in Afghanistan

Charlie Savage et al
News
The New York Times reflects on obtained footage by the U.S. military revealing their disastrous error in killing 10 civilians
Civilian Harm
Podcast
Shaharzad Akbar
05 May 2023
05/05/23

Afghanistan: A Legacy of Harm

Shaharzad Akbar
Podcast
This episode of the Civilian Protection Podcast focuses on the legacy of civilian harm in Afghanistan.

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