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The Intelligence from The Economist

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Collateral Damage: Airstrikes and Civilian Lives

This chapter examines the repercussions of American airstrikes on civilian populations in regions such as Somalia, Iraq, and Syria. It contrasts official military casualty figures with estimates from human rights organizations, highlighting significant discrepancies and the human toll of war. Through eyewitness accounts and discussions on transparency, it addresses the challenges of accurately reporting civilian casualties and the implications of military policy changes.

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