Cirro Morceratu

- If the inferior power is in a position of self-defense; i.e., under attack or occupation, it may be possible to use unconventional tactics such as hit-and-run and selective battles in which the superior power is weaker, as an effective means of harassment without violating the laws of war. Against democratic aggressors, this strategy can be used to play on the enemies' patience with the conflict, provoking protest and consequent disputes among the agressors.

- It is typical in an asymmetric conflict for the stronger side to label the weaker as bandits, cowards or terrorists. These accusations are often part of propaganda campaigns. Some argue that asymmetric warfare is called 'terrorism' by those wishing to deny the political aims of their weaker opponents and to exploit the negative connotations of the word. There are those who hold the view that 'One man's terrorist is another man's freedom fighter.'

on asymmetric warfare