Air strikes or air raids are military attacks that involve bombs or missiles dropped from aircraft. Some synonyms for air strikes include aerial bombardment, aerial assault, bombing, airstrike, air assault, air attack, and air raid. These terms are often used interchangeably to refer to a military tactic that involves the use of air power against enemy targets. Air strikes are commonly used in modern warfare to destroy military targets, infrastructure, and strategic locations. Despite their destructive nature, air strikes are often seen as necessary military measures to achieve objectives on the ground and to protect civilians and troops.