Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
Invasion refers to the act of forcefully entering and taking control over another country's territory without consent. It often involves military aggression and violates international norms.
Related terms
Occupation: Occupation occurs when a foreign power establishes control over the territory of another country following an invasion.
Sovereignty refers to a nation-state's supreme authority and power to govern itself independently within its own borders without interference from external forces.