We are at war, and if he is killed in the rules of engagement
It is not assassination.
The war is a decentralized battlefield.
Hit and run is going to be a primary tool.
If we hit and he is in the way, too bad.
His apologists can and will lie about how he dies anyway, but we have to relentlessly pursue our interests.
It is obvious that his charisma is an important factor inthis, just as Adm. Yamoto's wise strategy was vital.
Ed