Theoretical discussion of categorical norms and game theory applied to US sanctions on Syria

Theoretical discussion of categorical norms and game theory applied to US sanctions on Syria The passage is an academic analysis without specific allegations, names, dates, or financial transactions. It offers no actionable leads or novel revelations about powerful actors, merely a theoretical framing of sanctions policy. Key insights: Discusses categorical vs. continuous norms in humanitarian contexts; Applies coordination game theory to US‑France sanction decisions on Syria; Mentions historical US restraint on chemical weapons use