On Wednesday 12 September, MEPs argued in favour of a ban on lethal autonomous weapons systems, which are “weapons systems lacking human control with regard to critical functions such as target selection and engagement”.
The joint resolution by the Greens/EFA, EPP, ALDE, ELDD, GUE/NGL and S&D Groups was widely adopted (566 votes in favour, 47 against and 73 abstentions). It thus calls on the EU High Representative for foreign affairs and security policy and on the Council to “work on...