State-Sponsored Terrorism

/ˈsteɪt spɑnsɚd ˈtɛrəˌrɪzəm/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The use of terrorist acts by a state to achieve political or military objectives, often through support, funding, or direct involvement.
    The report accused the regime of engaging in state-sponsored terrorism to destabilize neighboring countries.

Forms

  • state-sponsored terrorism

Commentary

State-sponsored terrorism involves complex attribution issues, often complicating international legal responses and sanctions.

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