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The Paradòx of Warfare
Professor Emeritus, University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
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Open Journal of Philosophy·Volume 14 (2023)·Pages 141–145·Published 5 December 2023·DOI10.4236/ojpp.2024.141011
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Abstract
The wars in the Ukraine and Gaza have resulted in such enormous costs that the war approach to conflicts must be rejected. Theories of war are based on rational assumptions like with Tzu and Clausewitz. Only Thucydides told the truth: cruelty, destruction and suffering. Given the destruction in Ukraine and Gaza, one may look into the peace literature for guidance.
KeywordsViolent ConflictAttrition WarUkrainePalestineIsraelSachsM&egravearsheimerCosts of War (CW)Hamas
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