deterrence by denial

Deterrence by denial is a strategy aimed at preventing an adversary from taking aggressive actions by making it clear that their efforts will fail. This involves strengthening defenses and capabilities so that the potential attacker believes they cannot achieve their goals. For example, a country might enhance its military systems to deter an enemy from launching an attack, as the enemy would doubt they could succeed. By creating this perception of strength and resilience, deterrence by denial seeks to discourage aggression without necessarily threatening retaliation.