Civilian Targeting Guidelines

Civilian Targeting Guidelines are rules military officials follow to ensure that attacks on military targets do not cause unnecessary harm to civilians. They emphasize assessing whether a target is legitimate and whether there’s a reasonable certainty that civilians and property won’t be harmed or will be adequately protected. The goal is to balance military objectives with minimizing civilian harm, adhering to international laws and ethical standards. These guidelines ensure that military actions are lawful, proportionate, and discriminate between combatants and non-combatants, maintaining accountability and reducing unintended civilian casualties.