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A military operation is a coordinated action by armed forces to achieve a specific objective, ranging from combat and peacekeeping to humanitarian aid, often involving strategic planning and tactical execution.
Primary types include offensive, defensive, stability, and support operations. These encompass combat, peacekeeping, counter-terrorism, disaster response, and training missions globally.
Authorization typically comes from national governments, often with legislative approval (e.g., Congress or Parliament) or through international bodies like the UN Security Council for multinational missions.
Military operations can significantly impact civilians through displacement, infrastructure damage, casualties, and disruption of essential services. International humanitarian law aims to protect civilians during conflict.