Counterinsurgency
/ˌkaʊntərɪnˈsɜːrdʒənsi/
Definitions
- (n.) A military, political, and legal strategy employed by a government or occupying power to defeat insurgencies through coordinated actions combining military force, civil authority, and development initiatives.
The government implemented a comprehensive counterinsurgency to restore stability in the region.
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- counterinsurgency
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Commentary
Counterinsurgency involves a blend of legal and military measures, requiring clear legal frameworks to balance security and human rights.
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