To the American government, yes of course they are.
The American government isn't supposed to be some even-handed dispenser of global justice; its job is to protect American citizens and their interests.
The American government isn't supposed to be some even-handed dispenser of global justice; its job is to protect American citizens and their interests.
Are you implying that you can dispense with human rights when it comes to foreign civilians? I am also very frightened by the fact that you are, apparently, condoning it to "protect [American citizens] interests". I hope that interests means safety here.