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15 Times the Geneva Conventions Were Ignored—and the World Looked Away

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11. U.S. Drone Strikes on Civilian Targets (Pakistan, Yemen, 2000s-2010s)

11. U.S. Drone Strikes on Civilian Targets (Pakistan, Yemen, 2000s-2010s)
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Controversial U.S. drone strikes in Pakistan and Yemen have resulted in significant civilian casualties, drawing criticism for potential breaches of the Geneva Convention’s distinction principle. These attacks often blurred the line between combatants and noncombatants, sparking global debate over their legality and morality. Despite ongoing scrutiny, accountability has remained elusive and the strikes persist as a troubling precedent in modern warfare.

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