Lawfare

Lawfare refers to the strategic use of legal systems, courts, or laws to achieve a political or military objective, often to pressure, intimidate, or weaken an opponent. It involves using legal actions—like lawsuits, regulations, or international courts—as tools to advance a particular agenda rather than for genuine justice. Essentially, it exploits the legal process as a form of warfare, blurring the line between law and manipulation, and can be employed by states, organizations, or individuals to influence outcomes indirectly and asymmetrically.