The article discusses Israel's recent military offensive against Iran, likened to a preventive strike, resembling themes from The Godfather. Israeli officials describe the action as a preemptive strike to handle an imminent threat. However, the article argues that the attack akin to preventive warfare doesn't meet the definition of preemptive attacks, which are deemed legitimate under international law. The moral and practical implications of such actions are analyzed, citing historical precedents where preventive attacks led to adverse consequences and questioning their legality within the international community.
"While preemptive attacks are seen as legitimate self-defense against an imminent threat, preventive wars, like Israel's Operation Rising Lion, carry considerable moral and practical risks."
"The Israeli government’s offensive against Iran is framed as a strategic necessity, yet it raises questions about the legality and morality of preventive action in international relations."
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