Collective Self-Defense
/kəˈlɛktɪv ˌsfɛlf dɪˈfɛns/
Definitions
- (n.) A principle under international law allowing a state to use force to defend an ally that has been attacked, with authorization not necessarily limited to self-defense of the defender itself.
The United Nations Charter permits collective self-defense when an allied nation is under armed attack.
Forms
- collective self-defense
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Commentary
This term is specifically anchored in international law, especially the UN Charter; precise authorization and scope differ from individual self-defense doctrines.
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