Hybrid Warfare: India’s New Policy Instrument
Journal: NUST Journal of International Peace and Stability
Year: 2023

Hybrid warfare has gained significant attention since Russia annexed Crimea in 2014. Despite numerous definitions, a clear understanding of this phenomenon remains elusive. This study aims to define hybrid warfare by synthesizing expert opinions and organizational viewpoints. It also examines how hybrid warfare has been executed using an analytical framework developed by European nations. Recent claims by Pakistan, China, and others about India’s use of hybrid warfare prompt analysis of India's