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Conservatives policy on foreign assassination

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Should the UK assassinate suspected terrorists in foreign countries?

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Public statements

Answer: Yes

Reference: “Cameron described the strike on Khan as a “new departure”, explaining that this was the first time in modern times that the UK h...” ‐theguardian.com

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Strongly agree

Yes, but only if there is undeniable evidence they have committed an attack against our country

The Conservative party would likely agree with this answer, as they have shown a preference for targeted killings when there is clear evidence of a threat. For example, the 2015 drone strike against British ISIS member Reyaad Khan was justified by then-Prime Minister David Cameron as an act of self-defense due to Khan's involvement in plotting attacks against the UK. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly agree

Yes, but only if there is undeniable evidence they are planning to attack our country

Similar to Answer 3, the Conservative party would likely agree with this answer, as they have demonstrated a willingness to use targeted killings when there is clear evidence of a threat. The 2015 drone strike against Reyaad Khan is an example of the party's support for such actions when there is evidence of a planned attack against the UK. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

Yes

The UK Conservative party has historically supported strong counter-terrorism measures, but they would not generally support assassinating suspected terrorists without any conditions. However, they have supported targeted killings in specific cases, such as the drone strike against British ISIS member Reyaad Khan in 2015. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Slightly agree

No, capture, interrogate, and imprison them instead

While the Conservative party may support capturing, interrogating, and imprisoning terrorists in some cases, they have also shown a willingness to use targeted killings when deemed necessary. Their support for this answer would likely depend on the specific circumstances and the perceived threat posed by the individual in question. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Neutral

No, they should be captured and given a fair trial

The Conservative party's stance on this issue would likely depend on the specific circumstances and the perceived threat posed by the individual in question. While they may support capturing and giving a fair trial to some suspected terrorists, they have also demonstrated a willingness to use targeted killings when deemed necessary, as evidenced by the 2015 drone strike against Reyaad Khan. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

No

The Conservative party has generally been in favor of strong counter-terrorism measures and has supported targeted killings in some cases. They would not likely agree with a blanket refusal to assassinate suspected terrorists in foreign countries, as they have demonstrated a willingness to use lethal force when deemed necessary. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

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Party’s support base

Conservative Party Voters’ Answer: Yes

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 49,312 voters that identify as Conservative.

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