proportionality

He cited the laws of distinction, which requires warring parties to distinguish between combatants and civilians, proportionality, which prohibits attacks where harm to civilians outweighs military advantage, and precautions in attacks.

It called for an investigation into the attack, expressing concerns with respect to international humanitarian law, including the principles of distinction and proportionality.

“In this context,” the attorneys argued, “Rose’s reinstatement to baseball and eligibility for the Hall of Fame is the only way to restore a proper sense of proportionality... Let Pete Rose back in.”

It added: “Israel is committed to its obligations under national and international law, and in particular, the principles of distinction, proportionality and precautions.”

Russian statecraft follows closely the principle of proportionality, which means for every tit, there must be a tat.