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It is also worth asking whether the strict limitations of Geneva make sense in a war against terrorists
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"It is also worth asking whether the strict limitations of Geneva make sense in a war against terrorists"

- John Yoo

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John Yoo's quote is referring to the Geneva Conventions, which are a collection of global legislations that regulate the conduct of armed problem. The conventions are created to shield private citizens as well as detainees of war, as well as to guarantee gentle treatment of all celebrations associated with a problem. Yoo is questioning whether these stringent restrictions are suitable in a battle against terrorists, who do not always comply with the exact same rules of war. He is suggesting that the Geneva Conventions might not appropriate for a dispute with terrorists, as they are not bound by the exact same laws as well as conventions as a typical army pressure. Yoo is recommending that the rules of war might need to be adjusted to better fit the nature of a conflict with terrorists, in order to make certain that civilians as well as prisoners of war are adequately shielded.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by John Yoo somewhere between June 10, 1967 and today. He/she was a famous Educator from USA. The author also have 23 other quotes.

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