Occupation refers to the act of seizing control over another country's territory by a foreign power. It involves the establishment of military or administrative control, often against the will of the invaded nation's government or people.
Related terms
Annexation: Annexation refers to the process of forcibly adding territory to an existing country, usually through political or military means.
Colonial Rule: Colonial rule is the period in which a foreign power governs and controls another territory as part of its empire.
Puppet Government: A puppet government is a regime installed or controlled by a foreign power to serve its interests while maintaining an illusion of local governance.