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The implications of using directed energy weapons extend beyond the battlefield, with potential applications for crowd control and domestic law enforcement. The Active Denial System, also known as the "pain ray," has been developed as a non-lethal weapon intended for controlling crowds by inducing excruciating pain without physical violence. Human rights organizations, such as Human Rights Watch, have voiced substantial concerns over the ethical ramifications of these technologies, highlighting the necessity for transparency and legal review before they become prevalent in civilian settings.
The growing reliance on such technologies, especially in urban conflict zones, threatens to blur the lines between combatants and civilians, potentially leading to unspeakable human rights violations.