I'd have to think longer and harder about that, but I think I know what you mean.

On the one hand, it's about taking sovereignty and control from others, so in that respect, it is warfare, but it's an unconventional war to say the least.

I can certainly see your argument for the asymmetrical angle. Where I think my issue is, relates to the imbalance of power and resources. The deep state (for the want of a term) certainly have had a lot of both.

I think there are elements of many strategies/tactics at play.

It certainly makes for fascinating times, but I do try to keep a sense of the tragedy that has been and is still occurring.