How Israel Used AI to Form Kill Lists & Bomb Palestinians in Their Homes
Israeli military's AI system "Lavender" was used to create a kill list of Palestinians in Gaza, leading to extensive casualties and international law concerns.
- Bilawal Riaz
- 1 min read
Israeli military has been revealed to have used an AI system called “Lavender” to create a “kill list” of Palestinians in Gaza. The AI system identified targets with little human oversight, resulting in the targeting of thousands of individuals. Another AI system called “Where’s Daddy?” tracked Palestinian men on the list, often leading to bombings of their homes. The military’s use of these AI systems resulted in massive casualties, including civilians, and raised concerns over the violations of international law. The Israeli military denied using AI to identify targets, but evidence from sources contradicts this claim. The AI systems interact with various weapons, including drones, in carrying out airstrikes. The investigative report highlights the permissive nature of Israeli military policies and the need for accountability.