Sparing civilians

Article Abstract:

An analysis, in the light of the launch of a war in Iraq, of how air war targeting strategies have changed since the start of aerial warfare. At the start of air warfare, civilians were considered a valid target as their labour would be vital to the ability of the enemy to fight. In modern air warfare, the main aim is to minimise the number of civilian casualties through the specific targeting of identified, strategically important buildings.

Analysis, Air warfare, Bombing, Aerial, Aerial bombing

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Iraq: patrolling, looting and gangs

Article Abstract:

Iraq argued that sophisticated technology was transforming conflict, allowing fighting at a distance with lighter forces. Looting, robbery and intimidation are manifestations of the conflicts that caused the law and order gap are discussed, with the gangs and groups of militia making the most of the coalition's limitations and police shortfalls.

Management dynamics, Practice, Military aspects, Iraq War, 2003-, Militias

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Safeguards missing

Article Abstract:

The Taliban detainees have received more criticism than praise by the American administrations. The various features of the Taliban fighters interned at Guantanamo Bay in Cuba are discussed.

United States, Evaluation, United States foreign relations, Detention of persons, Detention, Taliban, Military trials, Guantanamo Bay Naval Base, Cuba

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