khởi hấn
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Meaning
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To take the initial action that leads to the beginning of a war or armed conflict.
vi Hành động này bị coi là khởi hấn giữa hai quốc gia.
en This action was considered to be instigating war between the two nations.
To provoke feelings of anger or to cause a dispute or hostile situation between different parties.
vi Phe đối lập bị cáo buộc đã chủ động khởi hấn để gây thêm căng thẳng.
en The opposition faction was accused of actively provoking hostilities to cause further tension.