In "On War," Clausewitz emphasizes the uncertainties, complexities, and limitations of warfare, highlighting the difficulty of understanding and controlling the battlefield. He describes the challenges of gathering accurate information, the limitations of human perception and judgment, and the dynamic and unpredictable nature of war. These aspects contribute to the "fog of war" where clear understanding and control are often elusive.
While not directly quoted, the phrase "fog of war" encapsulates the core of Clausewitz's observations on the unpredictability and complexity of armed conflict.