US drone strikes could be classed as war crimes, says Amnesty International

October 22, 2013 Comments

Jon Boone
The Guardian
October 22, 2013

Pre-flight checks on the Predator prior to a mission. — Pre-flight checks on a Predator prior to a mission.

US officials responsible for the secret CIA drone campaign against suspected terrorists in Pakistan may have committed war crimes and should stand trial, a report by a leading human rights group warns. Amnesty International has highlighted the case of a grandmother who was killed while she was picking vegetables and other incidents which could have broken international laws designed to protect civilians.

The report is issued in conjunction with an investigation by Human Rights Watch detailing missile attacks in Yemen which the group believes could contravene the laws of armed conflict, international human rights law and Barack Obama’s own guidelines on drones.

The reports are being published while Nawaz Sharif, Pakistan’s prime minister, is in Washington. Sharif has promised to tell Obama that the drone strikes – which have caused outrage in Pakistan – must end.

The Emergency Election Sale is now live! Get 30% to 60% off our most popular products today!

Infowars Network Live Feed

Bodease

Limited Advanced Release

59.95

53.95

Selling Out Fast! This is the ultimate turmeric and inflammatory support product on the market.

https://www.infowarsstore.com/bodease?ims=rckdx&utm_campaign=bodeaseelectionsellingout&utm_source=Infowars+Widget&utm_medium=Banner&utm_content=bodeaseelectionsellingout

Bodease

59.95

53.95

Selling Out Fast! This is the ultimate turmeric and inflammatory support product on the market.

https://www.infowarsstore.com/bodease?ims=rckdx&utm_campaign=bodeaseelectionsellingout&utm_source=Infowars+Widget&utm_medium=Banner&utm_content=bodeaseelectionsellingout

Ultimate Fish Oil

44.95

29.65

Whether you're a first time fish oil user, or you're looking to improve your supplement routine, Ultimate Fish Oil is the perfect supplement for you!

https://www.infowarsstore.com/specials-clearance/everyday-essentials-sale/ultimate-fish-oil?ims=jtxwx&utm_campaign=ultfishees&utm_source=Infowars+Widget&utm_medium=Banner&utm_content=ultfishees

Survival Shield X-2 Nascent Iodine

39.95

35.95

The globalists want you to be run down and unhealthy so they can dominate your life. Fight back with one of nature's greatest essentials.

https://www.infowarsstore.com/survival-shield-x-2-nascent-iodine?ims=qqbdz&utm_campaign=ssx2ees&utm_source=Infowars+Widget&utm_medium=Banner&utm_content=ssx2ees

Winter Sun Plus

39.95

29.95

Boost your natural defenses with our powerful vitamin D3 and K formula!

https://www.infowarsstore.com/winter-sun-vitamin-d?ims=tlvny&utm_campaign=wspluselection50so&utm_source=Infowars+Widget&utm_medium=banner&utm_content=wspluselection50so

DNA Force Plus

149.95

134.95

DNA Force Plus is “the most powerful” Infowars Life formula yet! Try it today and see why so many listeners have made it an essential part of their daily routine.

https://www.infowarsstore.com/specials-clearance/save-infowars-save-republic-save-yourself/dna-force-plus?ims=lovkm&utm_campaign=dnasisrsy&utm_source=Infowars+Widget&utm_medium=Banner&utm_content=dnasisrsy

US drone strikes could be classed as war crimes, says Amnesty International

Watch Live

Featured

Watch Live

Featured

Related Articles

Trump Vows to Revoke ‘Ridiculous’ Gender-Sensitive Navy SEAL Changes Immediately

Cadet Sues US Naval Academy Following Expulsion Over ‘Racist’ Tweets

Armenian Defense Ministry Says Karabakh Forces Downed Three Azerbaijani Planes

Armenia, Azerbaijan Forces Clash for 2nd Day

North Korea Apologizes for Shooting of South Korea Official