#362 — Six Months of War
Making Sense with Sam Harris
Ethical Warfare and Human Shields
The practice of using one's own people as human shields in warfare is a ruthless strategy that relies on the enemy valuing the lives of innocent civilians more than the perpetrator. The asymmetry of this tactic is often overlooked by many, including the media, activists, and college students. Israel faces an unprecedented challenge in Gaza with hundreds of miles of tunnels strategically placed under hospitals, schools, mosques, and homes to shelter jihadists, while innocent civilians are kept in place as human shields. This approach is deemed diabolical and unprecedented, highlighting the ethical complexities of modern warfare. Despite these challenges, the IDF is believed to have handled the conflict more ethically compared to past engagements.
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