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Deterrence strategy must evolve beyond Cold War thinking. Modern security requires a multi-actor deterrence concept to address complex, interconnected global threats and diverse interests.

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Area of Science:

  • International Relations
  • Security Studies
  • Strategic Studies

Background:

  • The traditional, dyadic deterrence model is insufficient for contemporary security challenges.
  • The global security landscape has shifted significantly since the Cold War era.
  • Current strategies fail to account for the complexity of modern geopolitical interactions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the limitations of traditional deterrence theory.
  • To introduce and define the concept of multi-actor deterrence.
  • To propose a new framework for understanding deterrence in complex security environments.

Main Methods:

  • Conceptual analysis of deterrence theory.
  • Examination of current geopolitical and security trends.
  • Development of a multi-actor deterrence framework.

Main Results:

  • Deterrence is no longer a simple cost-benefit analysis between two actors.
  • Multi-actor deterrence involves numerous state and non-state actors with varied interests.
  • New threats like cyber warfare, space weaponization, and hybrid conflicts complicate deterrence calculations.

Conclusions:

  • US strategies must adopt a multi-actor deterrence perspective.
  • Effective deterrence requires understanding the complex interplay of multiple actors and threats.
  • Adapting deterrence concepts is crucial for navigating the evolving global security landscape.