War is an extension of politics, of course. Simply a more violent mode of achieving political goals... in this case, securing resources.

[ Dimitri sighs softly. ]

Although I do feel the same way. I wish there were a better way, but as I said... I think when it comes to it, we must do what is best for our own worlds. For our own success. If our futures are truly irreconcilable, then we have no choice.