Just Wars of the Future? Applying Just War Theory to Twenty-First Century Rogue Regimes
Aug 2008, Vol. 153, No. 4
By Paul Schulte
This article examines how far the Just War tradition offers a framework of moral political analysis to assist governments in determining when it is right to use force against ‘rogue regimes’ that sponsor terrorism, seek weapons of mass destruction, or oppress their people. It will also offer a definition of such regimes and consider the complexities of anticipatory self-defence and preventive action against them. Lastly, it proposes a checklist of moral points when the legitimacy of intervention is contested. This is an exegesis of principal arguments expressed in recent years, not intended to expound specific positions, but to assist debate by pointing out underlying inter-linkages, dilemmas and obligations.
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By Paul Schulte
This article examines how far the Just War tradition offers a framework of moral political analysis to assist governments in determining when it is right to use force against ‘rogue regimes’ that sponsor terrorism, seek weapons of mass destruction, or oppress their people. It will also offer a definition of such regimes and consider the complexities of anticipatory self-defence and preventive action against them. Lastly, it proposes a checklist of moral points when the legitimacy of intervention is contested. This is an exegesis of principal arguments expressed in recent years, not intended to expound specific positions, but to assist debate by pointing out underlying inter-linkages, dilemmas and obligations.
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