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"There is No Genocide, No Apartheid, No Occupation" - Natasha Hausdorff

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Understanding Proportionality in Military Strikes

Proportionality in international law requires military commanders to carefully balance the anticipated military advantage of a strike against potential civilian casualties, with no strict formula applied universally. This decision-making process is complex and context-dependent, requiring expertise that many commentators lack. The ability to assess adherence to the principle of proportionality is nuanced and cannot be simplistically judged by those uninformed about the military or legal intricacies involved. Israel emphasizes not only compliance with international law but also exceeds the normative standards set by the laws of armed conflict, which is acknowledged by military professionals from other nations.

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