Mines are NOT “deterrent”. Strong army? Yes. Nuclear weapons? Yes. Mines are a minor nuisance during the war. Makes things uncomfortable, might slow down enemy movement a bit but that’s it. You can’t say to the potential enemy “Forget about attacking – we have mines near the border”.
Yes they do. This is a deterrent, not a last-ditch effort to protect ourselves if war breaks out.
Mines are NOT “deterrent”. Strong army? Yes. Nuclear weapons? Yes. Mines are a minor nuisance during the war. Makes things uncomfortable, might slow down enemy movement a bit but that’s it. You can’t say to the potential enemy “Forget about attacking – we have mines near the border”.