Conflict is a natural part of human interaction and arises when individuals, groups, or nations perceive that their interests, values, goals, or needs are incompatible. Conflicts can be expressed in different ways, broadly categorized as violent and non-violent conflicts. Understanding the distinction between these forms is essential in peace and conflict management because the nature of the conflict determines the methods of intervention, resolution, and transformation. Violent conflict refers to a conflict in which physical force, coercion, or the threat of violence is used to achieve objectives. It often results in injury, destruction of property, loss of life, displacement of people, and long-term social and economic damage. Violence may occur between individuals, communities, political groups, or states. Violent conflicts are generally characterized by aggression, fear, hostility, and the breakdown of normal communication. Weapons, military operations, terrorism, riots, civil wars, and armed rebellions are common manifestations of violent conflict. For example, the Syrian Civil War is a violent conflict involving government forces, rebel groups, and foreign interventions. The conflict has caused massive casualties, displacement of