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Philosophy

The Ethics of Autonomous Weapons Systems in Just War Theory

Quick fact

A major concern is the 'accountability gap': when an autonomous weapon kills a civilian, it is unclear whether the programmer, the commander, or the machine itself is morally responsible. No one may be blameworthy, yet a wrongful death has occurred.

Why this is interesting

Imagine a drone that decides on its own whom to kill. Could such a weapon ever fight a 'just war'?