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According to Mary Kaldor, new wars are distinct from old wars in a variety of ways. What are the major differences between the two? Do you find these distinctions convincing? Why or why not? You should draw on a case discussed in the book in your argument.

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Answer 1

1.Methods: In old wars, battle was the decisive encounter. The method of waging war consisted of capturing territory through military means. In new wars, battles are rare and territory is captured through political means, through control of the population.