Indivisible security or the indivisibility of security is a term first used during the Cold War.[1][2] First included in the Helsinki Accords as the "indivisibility of security in Europe", the term states that the security of one nation is inseparable from other countries in its region.[1] In 2022, Russia has used this term to justify its military build-up near Ukraine, which ultimately led to a full-fledged invasion.[1] The term has also been promoted by China,[3] including as part of its promoted "global security initiative".[4]

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  1. ^ a b c "What is 'indivisible security'? The principle at the heart of Russia's ire against Nato". Financial Times. 7 February 2022. Retrieved 20 August 2022.
  2. ^ "Why does Russia focus on 'indivisible security' in Ukraine standoff?". the Guardian. 3 February 2022. Retrieved 20 August 2022.
  3. ^ ""Indivisible security" endorsed by international community: Chinese FM-Xinhua". Xinhua News. Retrieved 20 August 2022.
  4. ^ Yao, Kevin; Tian, Yew Lun (22 April 2022). "China's Xi proposes 'global security initiative', without giving details". Reuters. Retrieved 13 August 2022.

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