Are wars ever justified?

I believe that war is always evil. Some maintains that under limited circumstances it may be the lesser evil. We got to crack a few eggs to make an omelet. But it’s unreasonable to justify. I’ll talk about why I think so by using two points.

First, including contradiction. Article 9 is the constitution Japanese are proud to all over the world. “land, sea, and air forces, as well as other war potential, will never be maintained.” This clause is ideally perfect to renounce war, show attitude not to repeat war. But nation should be allowed to defend themselves from aggression. It is thought that it’s not war potential.

This constitution is just symbol. I live in the vicinity of SDF camp. In some cases, I can hear the sound shooting sound. I sometimes come across Tank running and fighter aircraft formation like movie such as “Top gun”. I can't help thinking that Japan has war potential after all. The constitution has become outdated in the current geopolitical environment. The clause has to catch up with today’s reality I mentioned before. I believe that it’s high time to revise it along with today’s reality.

Second, exploited as business target. Imagine an Africa without two dozens wars over the last couple of decades. It might have been a continent of growth instead of the world’s poorest. According to one estimation, conflicts are costing the continent about $18 billion per year. The price that Africa is paying could cover the cost of solving the AIDS crisis, or provide education, water, and prevention and treatment for malaria. Thousands of hospitals, schools, and roads could have been built.That report also blamed the global trade in arms for fueling fighting. It is said that 95% of the weapons used in Africa’s wars are imported from outside the continent. War should not be justified in order to increase profit.

In conclusion, let’s put away the idea that war is necessary evil.