Aggression Quote by Noam Chomsky
“In fact, various lawyers' groups - to some extent in the U.S. but mostly in England and Canada and elsewhere - are bringing demands for a war crimes trial for the crime of aggression. However, though the invasion of Iraq was plainly an act of aggression, it doesn't break any records.”
About This Quote
Source Speech at academic conference, 2020
Legal groups in several countries are pushing for a war‑crimes trial for aggression, despite the Iraq invasion not setting new precedents.
In simple terms: Lawyers seek trial for aggression despite precedent.
Key Takeaway
Support international legal accountability.
Themes
law
war crimes
politics
Mood
critical
concerned
Type
legal
political
When to use this quote
- UN tribunals
- national courts
- human rights advocacy
Key Concepts
justice
aggression
international law
Questions to Reflect On
- What obstacles face war‑crimes prosecutions?
- How can public opinion influence legal action?
A Different Perspective
Political resistance may stall proceedings.
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