Comment by eej71
1 year ago
I think in the history of warfare - especially when looking at wars that successfully and positively changed the course of history - winning usually requires one to "take it to the people" - especially when its a populace that at a minimum passively supports the regime that produces continuous warfare.
I specifically think of Japan and Germany in World War II. To a lesser extent, I think of the American South in the American Civil War.
My thinking here is greatly influenced by this fascinating book.
"especially when its a populace that at a minimum passively supports the regime that produces continuous warfare."
That's both Hamas's and Israel's justification precisely. The question is who is right.
"take it to the people"
Targeting the population is illegal and immoral.