Targeted Killings | Visual Schedules

Targeted killing is a form of assassination carried out by governments outside a judicial procedure or a battlefield, with its legal status becoming a subject of contention since the late 20th century. The use of unmanned combat aerial vehicles (drones) has been argued to be more humane and accurate than manned vehicles, but scholars are divided on its effectiveness as a counterterrorism strategy. The controversy surrounding targeted killings has sparked debates among academics, military personnel, and officials, with some arguing that it is a legitimate form of self-defense, while others consider it a violation of human rights.