Weapons of mass destruction (Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies B): Flashcards

Weapons of mass destruction

Nuclear, biological, and chemical weapons

Possessing WMD prevents attacks through fear of retaliation

WMD can end wars rapidly by forcing quick surrender

Over 80,000 people killed instantly

Cannot distinguish between military targets and civilians

Violates principles of restraint and discrimination

Like slaying all humanity

Extensive damage goes beyond acceptable limits in warfare

Innocent people should never be deliberately harmed

Impossible to regulate WMD within Islamic warfare ethics

Might be justified if achieves peace long-term as deterrent

Accidents, theft by terrorists, uncontrolled escalation