From the New York Times. Terrorism related news feed.
WATERPUR WATCH - U.S. Army soldiers watch the surrounding hills for insurgents while fellow soldiers race to their position, Kunar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 3, 2009. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Matthew Moeller.
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" A violent struggle among state and non-state actors for legitimacy and influence over the relevant population(s). Irregular warfare favors indirect and asymmetric approaches, though it may employ the full range of military and other capacities, in order to erode an adversary's power, influence, and will. Also called IW."
Source: Department of Defense. "Dictionary of Military Terms"
Center on Irregular Warfare & Armed Groups