Non-Intervention
/ˌnɒn.ɪn.təˈvɛn.ʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A principle in international law whereby a state refrains from interfering in the internal affairs or conflicts of another state.
The doctrine of non-intervention prohibits states from meddling in the domestic disputes of others.
- (n.) A policy stance of avoiding involvement, especially military or political, in external conflicts or disputes.
The government's policy of non-intervention kept it out of the civil war.
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Commentary
Non-intervention is often invoked to respect sovereignty but must be balanced against humanitarian or security concerns.
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