Strategic Bombing
/ˈstrætəˌdʒɪk ˈbɒmɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The deliberate aerial bombing campaign aimed at undermining an enemy's economic capacity and morale during armed conflict, often targeting infrastructure and civilian areas.
The court examined evidence of strategic bombing to determine whether it constituted an unlawful attack on civilians under international humanitarian law.
Forms
- strategic bombing
- strategic bombings
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Commentary
Strategic bombing is distinct from tactical bombing in focus and legal analysis, with particular scrutiny on proportionality and distinction under international law.
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