Counterforce Strategy

Counterforce strategy refers to a military approach where a country targets only an opponent’s military forces and infrastructure, such as missile silos, airbases, and command centers, rather than attacking civilian areas or critical infrastructure. The goal is to neutralize the adversary’s ability to retaliate while minimizing civilian damage. This strategy aims to maintain deterrence through the threat of a precise, limited strike, reducing the risk of escalation and promoting strategic stability. It’s about disabling an enemy’s military capability to prevent future attacks, rather than seeking total destruction of the country.