unintended

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Williams argues there are two potential unintended consequences of this likely move.

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Local commanders acting with incomplete information may strike unintended targets, including neighbouring states that had sought neutrality.

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"The protection of civilians is of utmost importance, and we will continue to take all precautions available to minimise the risk of unintended harm," he said.

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Speaking to the committee earlier, Charmaine McQueen-Prince, who chairs the Residential Freeholder Association, said she was "deeply concerned" about the "unintended consequences" of the draft bill.

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If there were any hints of concern at the Paxton event, it was that this operation – and warfare in general – has unintended consequences.

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