Abstract

Drawing on existing literature, this research offers a theoretical delineation of the gray zone conflict, that is, conflict below the threshold of armed conflict. It begins by identifying the characteristic features attributed to the gray zone to propose a definition of the concept. It then situates gray zone conflict within the framework of the International Relations theory of Realism before setting out the main lines of strategic action used. Lastly, it examines the various levels of escalation that can arise in conflict of this nature.

Details

Title
International Competition Below the Threshold of War: Toward a Theory of Gray Zone Conflict
Author
Jordan, Javier
Pages
1-24
Section
Articles
Publication year
2021
Publication date
2021
Publisher
Henley-Putnam University Press
ISSN
19440464
e-ISSN
19440472
Source type
Scholarly Journal
Language of publication
English
ProQuest document ID
2624174292
Copyright
© 2021. This work is licensed under http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/ (the “License”). Notwithstanding the ProQuest Terms and Conditions, you may use this content in accordance with the terms of the License.