collective security
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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Without a more robust multilateralism, we risk replacing an imperfect system of collective security with the brutal reality of widespread insecurity.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026
The US is the only country to have invoked the collective security provisions of Nato's Article 5, which states that "an armed attack against one Nato member shall be considered an attack against them all".
From BBC • Jan. 22, 2026
During his campaign for the post, Philippe said: "My objective is clear: to consolidate the role of the organisation as a global reference for collective security."
From Barron's • Nov. 27, 2025
“We will have to decide how best to protect our security interests, which, as allies, should be our collective security interests,” he added.
From New York Times • Mar. 14, 2024
The principle of collective security was propounded by him in statements addressed to the rulers of the world.
From The Promise of World Peace by Universal House of Justice
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