Territorial Incursion
/ˌtɛrɪˈtɔːriəl ɪnˈkɜːrʒən/
Definitions
- (n.) An unauthorized or hostile entry into the territory of a state or jurisdiction, typically violating sovereignty or control.
The military responded swiftly to the territorial incursion by foreign forces.
Forms
- territorial incursions
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Commentary
Often addressed under international law and state sovereignty doctrines; clear territorial boundaries aid in identifying such incursions.
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