Mutual deterrence is a theory where two opposing sides possess equally strong military capabilities, leading to a stalemate as each side is deterred from initiating conflict due to the knowledge that the other side can retaliate effectively. This theory is often associated with the concept of mutually assured destruction (MAD), where the threat of catastrophic consequences deters both sides from using nuclear weapons.

Preventing other countries with nuclear munitions from using them (nuclear deterrence, mutual assured destruction). Or, obviously, to end the world

Deterrence was released on 03/10/2000.

The Production Budget for Deterrence was $800,000.

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'Deterrence and deterrence interaction' -- subject(s): Deterrence (Strategy)