Action Quote by Boris Yeltsin
“A sense of proportion and humanitarian action are not issues for terrorists. Their aim is that of killing and destroying.”
About This Quote
Terrorists prioritize violence over moral considerations, lacking concern for proportionality or humanitarian impact.
In simple terms: Violence overrides ethics.
Key Takeaway
Terrorism ignores humane values.
Themes
Violence
Ethics
Humanitarianism
Proportionality
Terrorism
Mood
Urgent
Grim
Type
Political statement
Warning
When to use this quote
- Conflict zones
- Political unrest
- Radical movements
Key Concepts
Moral calculus
Strategic objectives
Practical Applications
- Policy analysis
- Counter‑terrorism training
Questions to Reflect On
- How does violence reshape moral frameworks?
- Can humanitarian norms survive under terror?
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