The Special Rapporteur began an inquiry in January 2013 with the aim of evaluating allegations that the use of remotely piloted aircraft, or drones, in extraterritorial lethal counter-terrorism operations (including in the context of asymmetrical armed conflict) has resulted in disproportionate levels of civilian casualties, and to make recommendations concerning the duty of States to conduct independent and impartial investigations. The present report summarises the recent developments in civilian casualty rates resulting from the use of remotely piloted aircraft; presents the conclusions of the Special Rapporteurs review of 30 strikes in which civilian casualties were reportedly sustained; and makes recommendations to the Human Rights Council aimed at clarifying and promoting compliance with the relevant principles of international law, including international humanitarian and human rights law. Для примера: On 20 October 2012, precision-guided munitions were reportedly discharged in the Baraki Barak district of Logar Province. Remotely piloted aircraft under the control of ISAF (United States) are alleged to have been involved in the operation. Four children, aged between 11 and 13 years were reportedly killed whilst tending livestock. Three died immediately, and the fourth is reported to have died en route to a hospital in Kabul. ISAF later issued a statement indicating that it was aware of possible civilian casualties resulting from the operation.
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