armed standoff

An armed standoff occurs when two or more parties, usually law enforcement and individuals or groups, are involved in a tense situation where weapons are present, but neither side is willing to escalate or engage further. It often happens during disputes or threats of violence, with negotiations happening to persuade the others to surrender or de-escalate. The goal is to resolve the situation peacefully without violence, but the presence of weapons creates a high-stakes environment requiring careful management and strategic communication.