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<p>The targeting process, not the weapon, takes discrimination, proportionality and
precautions in attack into account. The decision whether to use lethal force against
a legitimate military target is made through a rigorous targeting process, the targeting
directive for a specific theatre of operations and rules of engagement which ensure
adherence to international humanitarian law. <br><br>Since 1999, when the requirement
to do so under the Geneva Conventions Additional Protocol I Article 36 came into effect
for the UK, all new weapons, means and methods of warfare entering service have been
subjected to a review in order to ensure they are capable of being used lawfully in
armed conflict. The UK is committed to upholding the Geneva Conventions and encourages
others to do the same.</p>
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