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lethal kinetic strike is a direct, physical attack using force to
destroy a target through high-speed impact rather than explosives, often
involving
kinetic energy weapons such as projectiles or missiles. These strikes rely solely on the transfer of kinetic energy—force and speed—to inflict fatal damage or destroy infrastructure. Key Aspects of Lethal Kinetic Strikes:
- Mechanism: Uses the, often, immense kinetic energy of a fast-moving object (e.g., tungsten rods, armor-piercing projectiles) to destroy a target, often described as a "kinetic kill" vehicle.
- No Explosives: Unlike conventional bombs, these weapons do not rely on chemical or nuclear explosions; they destroy by force of impact, making them distinct from traditional explosive ordnance.
- Applications: These can range from military applications like kinetic bombardment (e.g., "rods from god") to precision-guided munitions designed for high-impact, low-collateral damage strikes.
- Distinction from "Less-Lethal": While kinetic impact projectiles (KIPs) like rubber bullets are used by law enforcement for incapacitation (less-lethal), a lethal kinetic strike implies the intent and force necessary to cause death.
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a military or security context, such as a recent action described by
U.S. Southern Command, a "lethal kinetic strike" is a direct, violent,
and intentional action taken to eliminate a specific target using, for
example, high-speed projectiles from aircraft or ships.
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