Doctrine of Covert Action

The Doctrine of Covert Action refers to secret operations conducted by governments to influence political, economic, or military conditions in other countries without public acknowledgment. These actions can include espionage, sabotage, support for underground movements, or information campaigns. The aim is often to protect national interests subtly, avoiding overt conflict or diplomatic fallout. While they are planned and approved by high authorities, these operations are kept hidden to maintain plausible deniability and achieve strategic objectives discreetly.