An accidental war arises from miscalculation, technical failure, or misread signals—not deliberate intent. Leaders invoke the concept to justify deterrence, crisis hotlines, and restraint. Beneficiaries include arms manufacturers, security analysts, and politicians seeking blame avoidance or higher defense budgets.
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