At the Point of a Gun

Through firsthand accounts from conflict zones like the Balkans, Africa, the Middle East, and Afghanistan, the author critically examines Western and UN military interventions aimed at promoting human rights and democracy. This collection of articles reflects on the complexities and unintended consequences of such actions, leading to a nuanced argument against armed intervention except in the most dire circumstances. Rieff's insights challenge prevailing assumptions and prompt a reevaluation of the efficacy of military solutions to humanitarian crises.