Challenges of sub-conventional warfare and response options

Abstract

The focus of this part of research study is three-fold. This paper will attempt to define subconventional warfare, commonly known as unconventional To examine the threat of SCW faced by World with a view to suggesting a comprehensive response to tackle this menace.Aggressive occupying powers that adopt characteristics and responsibilities of states currently abound throughout the world. Sub-state unconventional warfare is a viable policy option if strategic planners determine a potential to work with and through an indigenous underground, auxiliary, and guerrillas to coerce, disrupt, or overthrow occupying powers or non-state actors. Sub-state unconventional warfare must be scaled and tailored specifically to the operational environment, and when applied judiciously, can be utilized to oppose occupying powers .