Happens Quote by Bashar al-Assad
“Let's talk... we have indications, let me just finish this point, because how can use WMD while your troops are only 100 meters away from it ? Is it logical ? It doesn't happen. It cannot be used like this.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on military strategy, 2020
The speaker argues that using a weapon (WMD) at close range is illogical and impractical.
In simple terms: WMDs can't be used when enemies are too near.
Key Takeaway
Avoid deploying massive weapons in close combat.
Themes
military strategy
ethics
weapon use
Mood
tense
critical
Type
strategic
ethical
When to use this quote
- urban warfare
- border skirmishes
- counterterrorism
- defensive planning
Key Concepts
deterrence
proportionality
risk assessment
Questions to Reflect On
- Is there ever a scenario where close‑range WMD use is justified?
- How do ethical constraints shape weapon deployment?
A Different Perspective
Close proximity negates the strategic advantage of WMDs and raises moral concerns.
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