• NaibofTabr@infosec.pub
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    14 days ago

    These kind of official apologies are more important than people think. This creates an official record admission of fault, which can provide a legal standing for lawsuits. It still has to go through court, but the apology essentially makes the government liable for damages.

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      It’s also important for governments to have humility and leave doors open for reconciliation.

      Peace is achieved through heads of states apologizing.