Deuteronomy 20:10

When you march up to attack a city, make its people an offer of peace.
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King James Version

When thou comest nigh unto a city to fight against it, then proclaim peace unto it.

English Standard Version

"When you draw near to a city to fight against it, offer terms of peace to it.

Catholic Public Domain Version

When, at any time, you approach a city to fight against it, you shall first offer peace to it