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internecivity

noun/ˌɪntərˈnɛsɪvɪti/

the mutual destructive relationship or conflict between parties or groups

The internecivity between the rival factions has led to significant losses on both sides, making any chance for reconciliation nearly impossible.

mutual destructionconflictstrife
word origin — From Latin 'internecivus', meaning 'destructive to both sides', from 'inter' (between) and 'necare' (to kill).