Hostage Taking and Media Warfare, Tami Meisels, Dr. Michael Gross (McCain 2021 – Day 6)
McCain Conference 2021 – Day 6 Tami Meisels and Dr. Michael Gross examined the ethical implications of hostage-taking and media warfare. They discussed the complexities of dealing with hostages in conflict zones, the moral challenges posed by terrorist demands, and the manipulation of media for strategic purposes. The conversation highlighted the need for ethical guidelines […]
The Ethics of Grey Zone Operations, Ed Barrett, Helen Frowe (McCain 2021 – Day 5)
McCain Conference 2021 – Day 5 Ed Barrett and Helen Frowe discussed the ethical challenges of “grey zone” operations, which exist between war and peace. They explored the blurred lines in actions like cyber operations, propaganda, and covert activities that challenge traditional ethical and legal frameworks. The conversation emphasized the need for clear ethical guidelines […]