Carl von Clausewitz on War

War is the continuation of politics through other means.
      “On War” (1816-1830), Carl von Clausewitz.

The decision in principle of the security cabinet on August 9 to approve the IDF’s recommendation for a ground offensive, subject to the diplomatic time-table, was a practically essential decision. It provided Israel with necessary diplomatic flexibility.
      Winograd Commission, January 2008.