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A Conditional Right to Target with Drones: A Case-Based Approach from Myanmar

Authors
Jyothis Mary1, *, Charlotte Imhof2
1Hume Institute for Postgraduate Studies, Lausanne, Switzerland
2Institute for Legal Support and Technical Assistance, Vientiane, Laos
*Corresponding author. Email: jyothis.mary@humelausanne.ch
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Jyothis Mary
Available Online 13 March 2026.
DOI
10.2991/978-2-38476-555-3_14How to use a DOI?
Keywords
International Humanitarian Law Principles; Autonomous Weapons Systems; Drones; Two-tiered Approach; Myanmar
Abstract

All parties to an armed conflict, including States and non-state actors, are bound by jus in bello. The fundamental principles of humanitarian law seek to limit the suffering caused by the conflict and prohibit indiscriminate attacks. The increased use of weaponized drones by the military junta and ethnic armed organizations in Myanmar, to target and attack civilians and civilian objects, raises concerns regarding adherence to the principle of distinction, proportionality and precaution. The Resolution A/RES/79/62 on Lethal autonomous weapons systems, adopted by the United Nations General Assembly, calls for a legally binding instrument in line with a two-tier approach. The resolution aims to prohibit certain types and uses of autonomous weapons, and to impose limits on the development and use of all other categories. This research, by examining the situation in Myanmar and specific violations of the International Humanitarian Law principles, explores whether such an approach would be appropriate to regulate the use of drones.

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Volume Title
Proceeding of The Future of Life - Legal, Scientific, and Geopolitical Challenges (TFOL2025)
Series
Advances in Social Science, Education and Humanities Research
Publication Date
13 March 2026
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978-2-38476-555-3
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2352-5398
DOI
10.2991/978-2-38476-555-3_14How to use a DOI?
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© 2026 The Author(s)
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