"David Keen emphasizes that wars can serve as tools for political control and economic gain, often benefiting those in power while complicating the path to peace."
"The persistence of conflict, as seen in the United States-Israel war on Iran, illustrates how wars can continue without a clear victory, driven by underlying interests."
"Keen points out that mechanisms such as sanctions, smuggling, and military spending can make war functional, creating a system where peace becomes less attractive."
"The real challenge in conflict situations is to create conditions where making peace is more appealing than the ongoing benefits derived from war."
War can enhance political control and economic interests, benefiting those in power. David Keen analyzes the persistence of wars without clear victories, particularly in the context of the United States-Israel conflict with Iran. He highlights how war can become functional through mechanisms like sanctions, smuggling, and military spending. The challenge lies in making peace more appealing than the benefits derived from ongoing conflict, which can sustain systems of power beyond the battlefield.
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