War

War involves widespread killing and maiming. For this reason, it is of utmost importance to understand the morality that governs the conduct for and in war. Besides its practical importance, war also raises many interesting philosophical issues. In this course we will explore some prominent aspects of just war theory. We will explore questions such as when is it permissible to start war? what duties do combatants have while warring? are the principles that govern war the same principles that govern peace? If not, what explains this asymmetry?