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Are We Ready To Address Terrorist Threats? Security Threats: A Personal Perspective As a seasoned professional with extensive experience in law enforcement, security management, and military service, I understand the critical importance of safeguarding our nation against terrorist threats. In a recent interview with Sean Hannity, President Donald Trump emphasized the necessity of proactive measures to protect American citizens from terrorism. President Trump stated, “Our nation’s problems are ‘all solvable’ with time, effort, and money.” He highlighted the need for decisive action to address issues such as immigration and border security, which are vital components in preventing terrorist infiltration. He also criticized the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for its performance under the previous administration, expressing intentions to enhance its efficiency. In the interview, President Trump also discussed the importance of intelligence gathering and counterterrorism efforts. He emphasized the need to eliminate terrorist threats to keep Americans safe, underscoring the importance of a strong and proactive approach to national security. Drawing from my background, I believe that a comprehensive strategy is essential to combat terrorism effectively. This includes strengthening intelligence operations, enhancing border security, and fostering international cooperation to disrupt terrorist networks. Additionally, public awareness and community engagement play crucial roles in identifying and preventing potential threats. By implementing these measures, we can work towards a safer environment for all Americans, ensuring that our communities remain resilient against the challenges posed by terrorism. Jorge Reyes Jr., CLPI, CLPD, CISM #TerrorismPrevention #NationalSecurity #Counterterrorism #BorderSecurity #IntelligenceGathering #CommunityEngagement #PublicSafety #SecurityManagement #LawEnforcement #MilitaryExperience #ProtectingAmericans #SecurityStrategy #CrisisManagement #HomelandSecurity #SecurityLeadership #ThreatMitigation #SecurityAwareness #EmergencyPreparedness #SecurityInnovation #RiskAssessment #SecurityCulture #SecurityPlanning #SecurityOperations #GuardManagement #SecurityConsulting #SecurityAssessment #SecurityProfessionals #SecurityTechnology #SecuritySystems #SecurityBestPractices #OrganizedSecurity

Excited to announce that my book is finally out: https://lnkd.in/es2Umqdc Based significantly on my field research since 2012 in #Afghanistan, #Iraq, and #Syria, the book delves into some of the dilemmas where the US has backed local #militias or #rebel forces. It's a book that centers around #proxywarfare and #USsecuritypolicy in the last two decades, but it's also a reflection on how policymakers deal with risk mitigation and balance competing policy objectives -- those related to immediate security imperatives versus #humanrights obligations and other democratic policy concerns. Also relevant to many of you in my Linked In network, it's largely based on YOUR thoughts and insights. The analysis draws from hundreds of conversations with those working with or affected by these dilemmas, from policymakers in DC to US commanders living these tradeoffs in the field, from Iraqi, Afghan or Turkish politicians and policymakers, to those in communities directly affected by conflict. Reach out to me if you have any ideas for #booktalks or audiences who might be interested and please share in your networks! #internationalhumanitarianlaw #USnationalsecurity #securitygovernance #internationalaw #foreignpolicyanalysis #counterinsurgency #counterterrorism

This survey from the rather conservative Ronald Reagan Foundation should not go unnoticed. It may just underline that the US public is not as “isolationalist” or indifferent as some think. NATO “…support for the alliance among the American people remains high, bipartisan, and remarkably consistent: …Americans strongly support NATO’s collective defense principle…Americans (72% overall, including 82% of Democrats and 68% of Republicans) would support the United States responding with military force if a NATO ally in Europe were attacked…. that support drops by 20 points to just 52% if that country is not spending at least 2% of its GDP on its own national defense…. Americans recognize numerous benefits of NATO membership …(77%) say that having allies who will stand by us if we are attacked is one of the main benefits; …(69%) value NATO’s role in checking Russian power and expansionism; (66%) regard NATO as beneficial to deterring violent conflict in Europe…” Ukraine “…support … consistent: 57% support the United States sending weapons to Ukraine… most effective argument (71%) was that a Russian victory would put NATO allies at risk of attack... Two-thirds (66%) say that they are more likely to support Ukraine after hearing that Russia could win the war if we do not provide aid.

Drawing on lessons from the 2006 war can help inform #Israel how it can focus on strategic outcomes, wrote Institute expert Matthew Levitt in Lawfare. One of these strategic outcomes includes securing its border with #Lebanon. Check out this article published in October 2024. #middleeast #analysis #foreignpolicy

Excellent assessment. Worth a look.

Worse, despite abundant examples of authoritarian aggression and worldwide terror attacks, nearly 1 in 5 Americans seem to be confused about where the real threats to their liberty are actually emanating from. According to the UT Austin study, a growing number of Americans thought that the intelligence community represented a threat to civil liberties: 17 percent in 2022, up from 12 percent in 2021. A nontrivial percentage of Americans feel that the intelligence community is an insidious threat instead of a valuable protector in a dangerous world—a perspective that jeopardizes the security and prosperity of the United States and its allies. https://lnkd.in/eczjjW-U

My latest in The Diplomat. Exploring the impact of Russia’s vetoing of the UN Panel of Wxperts, the security implications of their deepening collaboration, and how middle powers could respond in support of the international order. https://lnkd.in/gfddNW_x

🇬🇧📥 How would the UK's approach to National Security change under a new government? King's academics, Professor Lord Peter Ricketts, Dr Hillary Briffa & Professor Mark Lyall Grant, explain the main national security tasks facing the government after the election and how the UK’s approach to national security could change under a new government. Read their piece ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/epWiuNFZ

The Pact for the Future is the sprawling summit outcome adopted by world leaders at the UN today. It's 65 pages long. TL:DR? My piece for Lex International's Spoiler Alert shares my 5 takeaways! Covers Security Council reform, the role of the General Assembly, the need for mediation, autonomous weapons and the need for a woman Secretary-General. https://lnkd.in/e3CbZBi3