Muhammad Abid Hussain Shah Jillani

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Muhammad Abid Hussain Shah Jillani is a legal scholar whose research critically examines the intersection of international humanitarian law and emerging military technologies. His work focuses on the ethical and legal implications of autonomous weapons systems, particularly the compliance of "killer robots" with the principles of the law of war. In his most cited paper, "Killer Robots and Their Compliance with the Principles of Law of War" (2019), Jillani explores the challenges posed by lethal autonomous weapons to core legal doctrines such as distinction, proportionality, and military necessity. This contribution has garnered attention as a foundational text in the growing discourse on artificial intelligence in armed conflict, earning 4 citations to date. While his citation count reflects the niche and emerging nature of the field, Jillani’s scholarship is notable for its rigorous legal analysis and its timely relevance to ongoing international debates on autonomous weapons regulation. His work serves as a critical resource for students, researchers, and policymakers seeking to understand the legal frameworks that must govern the future of warfare.