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April 25, 2024

The Dangers of Avoiding Escalation at All Costs

A combination of inordinate, paralyzing fear and hubris.

Shortly after Iran’s massive aerial attack on Israel on April 13, President Biden phoned Prime Minister Netanyahu and, reportedly, expressed his support for Israel while urging restraint. Why restraint? Fear of further escalation—which is what commentators warn of in virtually every tense moment in international relations.

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