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Hovering Threats: The challenges of armed drones in humanitarian contexts

Hovering Threats: The Challenges of Armed Drones in Humanitarian Contexts

This report examines how conflict parties’ increased use of armed drones affects the delivery of aid in conflict zones. It explores strategies to mitigate risks to aid workers, operations, and health care delivery by reviewing both the technical characteristics of armed drones and their munitions, as well as best practices when dealing with the armed drone threat in aid security risk management processes and procedures. The report concludes with actionable recommendations for aid agency security risk managers and advocates.

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