The expansion and barbarity of the Islamic State group leaves no doubt that it must be stopped without delay. On August 12 Amnesty International released a statement accusing the group of "ethnic cleansing" in northern Iraq. The next day, the UN said "all possible measures must be taken urgently to avoid a mass atrocity and potential genocide." It has since declared its highest level of emergency in Iraq. As such, it would be difficult for those with the ability to intervene not to do so. However, they must ensure that they do not end up doing more harm than good - that is no easy feat. Taking on the Islamic State group carries great risks, despite the necessity of doing so. Much...
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