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In fighting terror, you cannot let it interfere with the normal life of civilians in Israel.
Yitzhak Rabin
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What this quote means

The quote emphasizes the need to protect civilian life while combating terrorism.

Yitzhak Rabin's quote underscores the delicate balance that must be maintained in the fight against terrorism. It calls for a strategic approach that prioritizes the safety and normalcy of civilian life, suggesting that the efforts to combat terror should not come at the expense of the everyday lives of individuals, particularly in conflict-prone regions like Israel.

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TerrorismCiviliansIsraelNormal LifeBalance

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Example use cases

In a speech addressing the challenges of national security.

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