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Ethics Shape War Outcomes
The article argues that technological superiority alone does not decide wars. Geography, fighters’ resolve, the legitimacy of their cause, and leadership capable of setting clear objectives and building alliances all shape the parties’ ability to endure and turn military strength into political gains. Drawing on historical battles—from Salamis and Vietnam to Stalingrad—it concludes that technology may change the nature of a battle, but it cannot make up for poor judgment or a lack of legitimacy. In the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, which began on February 28, 2026, Tehran countered military superiority by closing the Strait of Hormuz, through which roughly one-fifth of the world’s oil passes. This effectively halted commercial shipping and drove the price of a barrel above $100. The article argues that launching the war while negotiations were under way, shifting U.S. objectives, and declining support among allies weakened its legitimacy. Its conclusion: power without ethics and sound policy can backfire on those who wield it.
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