EIT (Enhanced Interrogation Techniques)

Enhanced Interrogation Techniques (EIT) refer to methods used by some governments, particularly the U.S. after the September 11 attacks, to extract information from detainees suspected of terrorism. These techniques include stress positions, sleep deprivation, and waterboarding, among others. Critics argue that EITs amount to torture, violating human rights and international law, while proponents claim they were necessary to ensure national security. The use of EIT has sparked significant debate about ethics, effectiveness, and the moral implications of employing such methods in intelligence and military operations.