Could this make hot war explode? (5,1,6)

I believe the answer is:

throw a wobbly

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'explode?' is the definition.
(both can mean to become very angry)

I can't explain the rest of the clue.

(Other definitions for throw a wobbly that I've seen before include "Suddenly blow a fuse" , "Have a tantrum (colloq.)" , "Have a (jelly-like?) tantrum" , "Have a fit" , "Become very angry" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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