Able Quote by Hillary Clinton
“We also have to intensify our air strikes against ISIS and eventually support our Arab and Kurdish partners to be able to actually take out ISIS in Raqqa, end their claim of being a Caliphate.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: UN Security Council, 2015
Intensifying air strikes and supporting regional allies is essential to defeat ISIS and end its claim to a caliphate.
In simple terms: Strong military action with allies needed to defeat ISIS.
Key Takeaway
Coordinate attacks and local support.
Themes
security
military
terrorism
alliance
Mood
urgent
serious
Type
political
strategic
When to use this quote
- military planning
- diplomatic talks
- humanitarian aid
- post‑conflict reconstruction
Key Concepts
counterterrorism strategy
regional cooperation
Questions to Reflect On
- What non‑military tools can complement this effort?
- How can allies be better supported?
A Different Perspective
Air strikes risk civilian casualties and may fuel radicalization.
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