Autonomous Systems and Human Control: Challenges to Military Leadership and Decision-making in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
Autonomous Systems and Human Control: Challenges to Military Leadership and Decision-making in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
Author(s): Stefaniya MircheskaSubject(s): Politics / Political Sciences, Politics, Security and defense
Published by: Национален военен университет „Васил Левски“
Keywords: artificial intelligence; autonomous systems; military leadership; human control; decision-making
Summary/Abstract: Artificial intelligence is reshaping military decision-making by introducing autonomous systems that affect human control, authority, and responsibility. This article examines how autonomy influences leadership and command structures, focusing on the interaction between human judgment and algorithmic systems. It argues that maintaining meaningful human control is essential for ensuring accountability, operational effectiveness, and trust in AI-mediated environments.
Journal: Сигурност и отбрана
- Issue Year: 2026
- Issue No: 1
- Page Range: 41-54
- Page Count: 14
- Language: English
