A study by Stanford and NYU claims only about 2 % of killed targets are ` Such strikes are used when capture is not a feasible option and are conducted `` in full accordance with the law , '' Brennan said . ` high-level '' those who were directly involved in planning or carrying out the attack. Drones in Pakistan killed 176 children from 2004 to 2012 , an independent group says . Obama has said a target must meet `` very tight and very strict standards ''
A study by Stanford and NYU claims only about 2 % of killed targets are `` high-level '' those who were directly involved in planning or carrying out the attack. Drones in Pakistan killed 176 children from 2004 to 2012 , an independent group says . Obama has said a target must meet `` very tight and very strict standards ''