I am so reminded of the Star Trek episode where two planets at war use computers to select casualties. Those selected as “dead” must report to a government disintegration chamber.
“Pardon me sir. There is a multi-legged creature crawling on your shoulder” - Mr. Spock
“A Taste of Armageddon” - appropriately-named
Those itching for World War III could learn a thing or two
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBD8J1qzFwc