sanction - n. an action that is taken or an order that is given to force a country to obey international laws by limiting or stopping trade with that country, by not allowing economic aid for that country, etc. — usually plural
conduct - n. the way that something is managed or directed
proportionate - adj. having a size, number, or amount that is directly related to or appropriate for something
response - n. something that is done as a reaction to something else
provocative - adj. causing anger or another strong reaction, especially on purpose
region - n. a part of a country, of the world, etc., that is different or separate from other parts in some way
cyber - adj. relating to a computer