Mr. Carpenter dismissed the notion that a strong stand in, say, Bosnia, might deter aggressors elsewhere.

These operations deter aggressors, isolate pariah states and support humanitarian relief in places like Bosnia and Iraq.

In addition to their role in dispute settlement, regional arrangements can deter aggressors from targeting institutionally connected states.

He also included 'conscience', and the need to deter aggressors.

And as long as no one outside Russia knew, the missiles continued to deter potential aggressors, just as they always had.

Today's navies exist to protect civil starships from piracy and deter potential aggressors from committing random or sneak assaults.

Neutral Sweden built up its airforce during World War II, in an effort to deter potential aggressors.

Although few have the physical strength to repel their attackers, even a relatively feeble animal can deter aggressors if it has chemical weapons.

MOOTW purposes may include deterring potential aggressors, protecting national interests and support the United Nations (UN) objectives.