The following termpaper is about the “Operation Iraqi Freedom” with the main aim to make a research whether this war was a just war or was it more a morally wrong act of the USA and their allied forces.
To have an overview about this topic, it begins with a short definition of Just War. It continue with the “Jus ad bellum”, so the legitimate reasons for going to war. This part includes all important criteria for the Iraqi War: the just cause, the last resort, the chance of success and the proportional end. Firstly each condition will be explained in general and after it assigned to the Iraq War.
For this work it is also necessary to analyze the “Jus in bello”, so the justice conditions in war. The relevant criteria in this part are the distinction and the military necessity.
The end will summarize all important facts of this research, shortly point out my own view and answer the final question whether it was a just or unjust war.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Just War Theory
- Jus ad bellum
- Jus in bello
- Conclusion
- Sources
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This term paper examines the 2003 invasion of Iraq, known as "Operation Iraqi Freedom," with the objective of determining whether the war was justified according to the principles of Just War theory. The paper explores the ethical and legal dimensions of the conflict, focusing on the criteria of a "just cause" and the conduct of warfare itself.
- Just War Theory
- The "Just Cause" argument for the Iraq War
- The role of intelligence and evidence in justifying the invasion
- The principles of "Jus ad bellum" and "Jus in bello" in the context of the Iraq War
- The ethical implications of the conflict and the long-term consequences
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: The introduction sets the stage for the analysis by defining the scope of the paper and outlining the key questions that will be addressed. It also provides a brief overview of the Just War theory.
- Just War Theory: This chapter delves into the fundamental principles of Just War theory, exploring the concepts of "Jus ad bellum" (the justice of war) and "Jus in bello" (the justice in war).
- Jus ad bellum: This section examines the criteria for a "just cause" to go to war, focusing on the specific case of the Iraq War. It analyzes the arguments made by the US government regarding the threat posed by Saddam Hussein and the evidence presented in support of those claims.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The key terms and concepts explored in this text include Just War Theory, "Jus ad bellum," "Jus in bello," the Iraq War, Operation Iraqi Freedom, Saddam Hussein, self-defense, intelligence, evidence, international law, ethics, and military necessity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the "Just War Theory"?
It is an ethical and legal framework used to determine whether a war is morally justifiable, divided into 'Jus ad bellum' (right to go to war) and 'Jus in bello' (right conduct in war).
Was the 2003 Iraq War considered a "Just War"?
The research paper analyzes this question by evaluating criteria like just cause, last resort, chance of success, and proportional end specifically for the Iraq invasion.
What are the criteria for "Jus ad bellum"?
The main criteria include having a just cause, being a last resort, having a reasonable chance of success, and maintaining a proportional end goal.
What does "Jus in bello" focus on?
It focuses on the justice of conduct within the war, specifically the principles of distinction (between combatants and civilians) and military necessity.
How was the "Just Cause" argument applied to the Iraq War?
The US government argued self-defense and the threat of weapons of mass destruction, though the paper critically examines the evidence and intelligence behind these claims.
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- Dennis Trom (Autor:in), 2014, The Iraq War 2003 - A Just or Unjust War?, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/267324
