John Sifton

John Sifton is the advocacy director for Asia at Human Rights Watch.

Obama Rejects Perpetual War, but Questions Remain About Targeted Killings

Obama Rejects Perpetual War, but Questions Remain About Targeted Killings Obama Rejects Perpetual War, but Questions Remain About Targeted Killings

Until the president defines what “associated forces” are, the current formulation leaves open the possibility of unlimited, unending use of military force anywhere in t...

May 23, 2013 / John Sifton

A Brief History of Drones

A Brief History of Drones A Brief History of Drones

With the invention of drones, we crossed into a new frontier: killing that’s risk-free, remote, and detached from human cues.

Feb 7, 2012 / Feature / John Sifton

GIs Against Torture GIs Against Torture

Low-ranking soldiers are taking the blame in the torture scandal while higher-ups get a pass.

Mar 9, 2005 / Feature / John Sifton

GIs Against Torture GIs Against Torture

Low-ranking soldiers are taking the blame in the torture scandal while higher-ups get a pass.

Mar 9, 2005 / Feature / John Sifton

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