Of course it can.
If you provoke somebody long enough and strong enough at a certain point he will react accordingly and has all rights to do so.
If you take piece by piece from somebody don't be surprised if he says stop at a certain time.
Don't cross the red line. That's the best way not to give other people a justified reason to defend their rights and belongings.
Simply said, just don't f*ck around with other people, neighbors or even countries.


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