Algorithms of War: The Human Cost of AI in Conflict
Luke Moffett
Nov 2026 · Policy Press
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Shows the human impact of war through the voices of the victims themselves.
AI and algorithms now drive modern warfare, shaping surveillance and targeting. While promising precision, these systems often mask significant, hidden civilian harm.
Algorithms of War moves past the binary debate of prohibition versus promotion, focusing instead on preserving humanity through better design and governance.
Drawing on testimony from conflicts around the world, such as Ukraine and Gaza, this book reveals how algorithmic logic can create dangerous distance between decision-makers and victims. Ultimately, it argues that humanity and a people-centred approach are essential to ensure accountability and strengthen civilian protection and the legitimacy of military operations as AI continues to reshape the battlefield.
Shows the human impact of war through the voices of the victims themselves.
AI and algorithms now drive modern warfare, shaping surveillance and targeting. While promising precision, these systems often mask significant, hidden civilian harm.
Algorithms of War moves past the binary debate of pro...
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About the author
Luke Moffett is Professor of Human Rights and International Humanitarian Law at the School of Law, Queen’s University, Belfast. He has conducted research in over a dozen countries, from Colombia and Uganda to Iraq and Nepal, interviewing hundreds of individuals on how best to deal with the consequences of armed conflict. He works alongside victims, governments and armed groups on the role of reparations in addressing past violations, and the place of law in restraining war and securing victims' rights. He regularly contributes to podcasts, blogs and major news outlets on law in war and the impact on civilians.
Luke Moffett is Professor of Human Rights and International Humanitarian Law at the School of Law, Queen’s University, Belfast. He has conducted research in over a dozen countries, from Colombia and Uganda to Iraq and Nepal, interviewing hundreds of individuals on how best to deal with the conseq...
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