Robot Assassins in history

There have been instances in history where robots or automated machines have been used for military purposes, including for assassination. However, it is important to note that the use of robots for assassination is illegal under international law.

Here are some examples of robots or automated machines used for military purposes:

1. Drone strikes: In recent years, drones have been used by the United States military for targeted killings of individuals deemed to be a threat. These strikes have been controversial and have raised ethical and legal concerns.
2. Killer robots in science fiction: While not based in reality, science fiction has often portrayed robots or automated machines used for assassinations. For example, the Terminator franchise features a cyborg assassin from the future.
3. Ancient automatons: In ancient Greece, there are legends of automatons (self-operating machines) that were used for military purposes. One such automaton was Talos, a bronze giant who was said to protect the island of Crete by throwing boulders at enemy ships.
4. Assassination attempts against Fidel Castro: In the 1960s, the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) reportedly attempted to use a variety of methods to assassinate Cuban leader Fidel Castro, including plans to use poisoned cigars and exploding seashells.

It is worth noting that the use of robots or automated machines for assassination is illegal under international law, which prohibits the use of weapons that cannot be controlled or whose effects cannot be limited.