I suppose it's just a bizarre choice in context of a nation's suitability to possess AI weapons. Everyone participating in that mission (including planning) kne

I suppose it's just a bizarre choice in context of a nation's suitability to possess AI weapons. Everyone participating in that mission (including planning) knew it was a highly risky endeavor. It wasn't a nuclear first strike. In my opinion, the fact that another (even crazier) rescue mission was green-lit and worked up in the aftermath embodies the finest qualities of the United States. That said, I see your point. Things can look good enough to say "go" and it all goes to hell. Trying again isn't necessarily an option with AI. Unfortunately, given the state of current nuclear treaties, nonproliferation agreements or weapon bans for AI are probably already dead on arrival.