This would be "in media res" meaning "in the middle of things." It begins, quite frankly, in the middle of things and carries on from there.
A paradox is in contrary to expectations. It may also refer to perceived opinion or existing belief. It is a statement which includes ultimate truth but is self-contradictory. To make the reader think in an innovative way, a paradox is used.
Few examples of paradox are:
“I can resist anything but temptation.” – Oscar Wilde
Therefore, best definition of paradox is the pairing of opposites.
When reading this excerpt I understood authors intentions, I bet, in full measure. As he mentioned - the war is murder, thousands of people fighting for particular idea and nothing can't stop them, neither moral issues nor ethical rules. All these people are guilties of a global crime and author at any price will not support such events. Unlikely that all of these people will be punished for their mistakes or sins they have made, but if we will talk about regular crime, such as author described in the text - this actions must be sentenced to justice.
So I choose this option :
<span>B.Paine says that war is terrible, and ordinarily nothing could have convinced him to support it. However, he also believes that if a person or group commits severe crimes against him, that party should be punished, no matter who they are.</span>
