Conflict/War
A large-scale military action in which armed forces enter another country by force.
invasion
Leader
a person who directs or commands a group or country
Extremely cruel acts committed against people, often during conflict.
atrocities
The country officially ______ war after months of tension.
Declared
The new leader ______ power after the election.
came to / assumed / took
A prolonged situation where foreign forces maintain control over territory.
occupation
Civilian government
a non-military governing authority of a country
Terrorists
individuals who use violence to create fear for political aims
He was injured while ______ in the war.
fighting
He was forced to ______ power after the scandal.
give up / relinquish / renounce
Asymmetric warfare
a type of conflict where unequal forces fight using unconventional tactics
A partnership of different groups or nations working toward a shared goal.
coalition
Facilities used to prepare individuals for extremist violence.
terrorist-training camps
The army decided to ______ an attack at dawn.
launch / mount
The government decided to ______ forces to the region.
deploy
Sustained resistance using irregular tactics against authority or control.
insurgency
Special forces
elite military units trained for high-risk missions
Security
protection from danger, threats, or harm
The soldiers were ______ in an ambush while crossing the valley.
caught
They refused to ______ with the ultimatum.
comply
Guerrilla raids
small, fast, surprise attacks carried out by mobile groups
Troops
soldiers collectively deployed in a military operation
Allies
nations or groups that support each other, especially in conflicts
The general planned to ______ an ambush near the border.
set up / stage / prepare
She was ______ an ultimatum by her boss.
given / presented with