decapitation strike

English

Noun

decapitation strike (plural decapitation strikes)

1. An initial attack (often nuclear) that aims to destroy the command and control mechanisms of the enemy, preventing retaliation.

Translations

attack aiming to destroy the central command and control

• Chinese:

  Mandarin: 斬首行動／斩首行动, 斩首行动(zhǎnshǒuxíngdòng)