Was Iraq War a “Just War” or Just a War? An Analysis from the Perspectives of Just War Theory

Is Just War Theory Obsolete?

Just War Theory can be found in almost all major cultures. But since war was a business that could not be easily stopped, some aimed to constrain it. In its classic form, Just War Theory has been around for several centuries—ever since nationhood in Europe replaced provincial governments. Having made some introductory considerations, I will ask: should Just War Theory be left as it is, changed,...

is just war theory obsolete?

just war theory can be found in almost all major cultures. but since war was a business that could not be easily stopped, some aimed to constrain it. in its classic form, just war theory has been around for several centuries—ever since nationhood in europe replaced provincial governments. having made some introductory considerations, i will ask: should just war theory be left as it is, changed,...

The Borders of a Just War

The views expressed in the SGIA Research Working Papers Series are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect those of the School or of Durham University. These wide ranging Research Working Papers are products of the scholarship taking place in SGIA and are disseminated in this early form to encourage debate on the important academic and policy issues of our time. Copyright belongs ...

How Just Could a Robot War Be?

While modern states may never cease to wage war against one another, they have recognized moral restrictions on how they conduct those wars. These “rules of war” serve several important functions in regulating the organization and behavior of military forces, and shape political debates, negotiations, and public perception. While the world has become somewhat accustomed to the increasing techno...

Pacifism and Just War: Beyond the Stereotypes