The Drone Debate offers a thorough investigation of the where, why, how, and when of the U. S.'s use of UAVs. Beginning with a historical overview of the use of drones in warfare, it then addresses whether targeted killing operations are strategically wise, whether they are permissible under international law, and the related ethical issues. It also looks at the political factors behind the use of drones, including domestic and global attitudes toward their use and potential issues of proliferation and escalation. Finally, the use of drones by other countries, such as Israel and China, is examined. Each chapter features a case study that highlights particular incidents and patterns of operation in specific regions, including Yemen, Somalia, Pakistan, and Libya and strike types (signature strikes, personality strikes, etc.).
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Introduction: The Drone Debate
Chapter 1: A Brief Overview of Aerial Drones and their Military Use by the United States
Case Study: The U. S. Drone Campaign in Pakistan
Chapter 2: The Debate over Strategy: Are Drones Helping to Defeat al-Qaeda and Associated Forces?
Case Study: The Drone War in Yemen
Chapter 3: The Debate over Legality: Are Drone Strikes Permissible Under U. S. and International Law?
Case Study: Signature Strikes
Chapter 4: The Ethical Debate: Are Drone Strikes Compatible with the Ideals of Just War?
Case Study: Oversight and Accountability
Chapter 5: The Politics of Drone Strikes: What Political Considerations Shape the U. S. Drone Policy?
Case Study: Interesting Drone Polls
Chapter 6: Emerging Issues: Will Armed Drones Proliferate Rapidly and What Impact Will They Have on International Security?
Case Study: Non-U. S. Drone Strikes
Conclusion: The Age of Drones?
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