Quote by Jurgen Habermas

Instead of the international police action we had hoped for during the war in Kosovo, there are wars again - conducted with state-of-the-art technology, but still in the old style.

Instead of the international police action we had hoped for

Summary

This quote reflects the disappointment felt regarding the outcome of the war in Kosovo. It implies that instead of achieving a desired international police action, conflicts have since emerged, and although modern technology is being used, the nature of the wars remains as traditional and destructive as before. The quote suggests a sense of frustration with the lack of progress in resolving conflicts and the persistent prevalence of war despite advancements in technology.

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By Jurgen Habermas

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