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The War Clause Trap

Why Your Safety Net Is a Dangerous Illusion

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The Third Citizen
Jan 19, 2026
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The War Clause Trap: Why Your Safety Net Is a Dangerous Illusion

In an increasingly volatile world, the traditional promises of financial security are proving to be nothing more than a dangerous illusion. Most conventional insurance policies contain ‘Act of War’ exclusions, clauses that allow insurers to deny payouts precisely when you need them most. From cyberattacks to civil unrest, the ‘grey zone’ of modern conflict allows these paper promises to evaporate, leaving you unknowingly self-insured. This is not merely a legal technicality; it is a fundamental betrayal of trust that demands a re-evaluation of how we protect our assets in an era of perpetual uncertainty.

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