- Fought between regular military forces of two or more countries.

- Governed by international laws and customs of war, such as the Geneva Conventions.

- Typically involves the use of conventional weapons, such as tanks, artillery, and aircraft.

- Aims to achieve military objectives, such as gaining control of territory or defeating an enemy's military force.

Unconventional Warfare

- Fought by irregular military forces, such as guerrillas, insurgents, or terrorists, against a regular military force or a government.

- Not governed by international laws and customs of war.

- Typically involves the use of unconventional tactics, such as ambushes, sabotage, and terrorism.

- Aims to achieve political objectives, such as overthrowing a government or gaining independence.