Killing in the Name of the State: state-sponsored assassination in international politics

Puntos clave

• The primary aim is to examine the role and significance of state-sponsored assassination within the context of international relations.
• Edited volume presents various scholarly perspectives on the topic.
• Contributions explore historical and contemporary examples of state-sponsored assassination.
• Analyzes political, ethical, and legal frameworks surrounding the practice.
• State-sponsored assassination is framed as a critical tool of statecraft in international relations.
• The volume highlights the implications of using assassination as a political strategy.
• Contributors argue for a deeper understanding of the ethical and legal ramifications involved.