Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Widespread Global Opposition To US Drone Attacks


Study Shows Widespread Global Opposition To US Drone Attacks -- Stars and Stripes

Seventeen out of 20 countries polled mostly disapprove of U.S. drone strikes that attack and kill extremists, according to recent findings from the Pew Research Center.

Even long-time American allies like Britain, Germany and Japan have majorities that disapprove of the drone strikes, at 47, 59 and 75 percent, respectively.

The strike tactic is extremely unpopular in Muslim countries, where most of the bombings take place.

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Update: Pew survey finds US drone program unpopular around the world -- Washington Post/AP

My Comment: The Pew Research Center's report is here.

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