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Targeted Killings: A Western World Method for Asymmetric Warfare My new article analyzing the evolution and impact of targeted killings in counterterrorism is now available. Drawing on extensive research, it offers insights into the effectiveness and limitations of this controversial tactic. Key findings include: * Targeted killings can have short-term disruptive effects on terrorist groups, but their long-term strategic value is debated. * The tactic appears most effective when used selectively as part of a broader counterterrorism strategy. * Technological advancements, particularly in drone warfare, have revolutionized targeted killing capabilities. * Nearly 100 countries now possess military drone technology, raising concerns about proliferation. * Crucially, as an isolated tactic, targeted killings have limited long-term impact on veteran terrorist organizations. The article concludes that while tactically effective, targeted killings must be integrated into a comprehensive approach that includes diplomatic, economic, and social measures to address the root causes of extremism. Read the full analysis on the RiskMind website [Link in the first comment]. Hebrew version available upon request. #CounterTerrorism #TargetedKillings #NationalSecurity #StrategicAnalysis #DroneWarfare

Targeted Killings: A Western World Method for Asymmetric Warfare Our new article analyzing the evolution and impact of targeted killings in counterterrorism is now available. Drawing on extensive research, it offers insights into the effectiveness and limitations of this controversial tactic. Key findings include: * Targeted killings can have short-term disruptive effects on terrorist groups, but their long-term strategic value is debated. * The tactic appears most effective when used selectively as part of a broader counterterrorism strategy. * Technological advancements, particularly in drone warfare, have revolutionized targeted killing capabilities. * Nearly 100 countries now possess military drone technology, raising concerns about proliferation. * Crucially, as an isolated tactic, targeted killings have limited long-term impact on veteran terrorist organizations. The article concludes that while tactically effective, targeted killings must be integrated into a comprehensive approach that includes diplomatic, economic, and social measures to address the root causes of extremism. Read the full analysis on the RiskMind website [Link in the first comment]. Hebrew version available upon request. #CounterTerrorism hashtag #TargetedKillings hashtag #NationalSecurity hashtag #StrategicAnalysis hashtag #DroneWarfare

☠️🚁 Improvised Explosive Devices are a rising terrorist threat, and when you combine them with the mobility and stealth of drones, the result raises new alarms. The future is here, and as extremists evolve their tactics with new technologies, so must our counter-terrorism efforts. The urgency to develop robust defenses and policies is clear, and awareness is the first step toward protecting our communities. Learn about this growing US threat and how to combat it>> https://lnkd.in/ecMtzcQr #Counterterrorism #NationalSecurity #AntiTerrorism #DroneSecurity #DroneDefense

Targeted Killings: A Western World Method for Asymmetric Warfare How have targeted killings evolved as a counterterrorism strategy? What are their impacts on both the organizations targeted and those conducting the operations? Tomorrow, I'll be releasing a comprehensive analysis examining the development and effectiveness of targeted killing operations, with a particular focus on Israel's extensive use of this tactic. Key points will include: - The tactical successes and strategic challenges of targeted killings - Technological advancements in drone warfare and their implications - The impact on terrorist organizations and their operational capabilities - Comparisons with other counterterrorism strategies The article will be available in English on the RiskMind website. A Hebrew version will be available upon request. #CounterTerrorism #TargetedKillings #NationalSecurity #StrategicAnalysis #DroneWarfare

Targeted Killings: A Western World Method for Asymmetric Warfare How have targeted killings evolved as a counterterrorism strategy? What are their impacts on both the organizations targeted and those conducting the operations? Tomorrow, I'll be releasing a comprehensive analysis examining the development and effectiveness of targeted killing operations, with a particular focus on Israel's extensive use of this tactic. Key points will include: - The tactical successes and strategic challenges of targeted killings - Technological advancements in drone warfare and their implications - The impact on terrorist organizations and their operational capabilities - Comparisons with other counterterrorism strategies The article will be available in English on the RiskMind website. A Hebrew version will be available upon request. #CounterTerrorism #TargetedKillings #NationalSecurity #StrategicAnalysis #DroneWarfare

Targeted Killings: A Western World Method for Asymmetric Warfare How have targeted killings evolved as a counterterrorism strategy? What are their impacts on both the organizations targeted and those conducting the operations? Tomorrow, I'll be releasing a comprehensive analysis examining the development and effectiveness of targeted killing operations, with a particular focus on Israel's extensive use of this tactic. Key points will include: - The tactical successes and strategic challenges of targeted killings - Technological advancements in drone warfare and their implications - The impact on terrorist organizations and their operational capabilities - Comparisons with other counterterrorism strategies The article will be available in English on the RiskMind website. A Hebrew version will be available upon request. #CounterTerrorism #TargetedKillings #NationalSecurity #StrategicAnalysis #DroneWarfare

Terrorism Experts Conference and High Level Seminar, Ankara The official photoset of the Terrorism Experts Conference and Defence Against Terrorism Semninar at Ankara has just been made public. It’s already uploaded to the official website of the NATO COE-DAT, or the Center of Excellence Defence Against Terrorism of the North-Atlantic organization, mastermind and driving force behind this spectacular meeting. The so called „diamond event” of counter-terrorism research and policy formulation was indeed a very impressioning gathering of important players of the global security arena. The overarching idea of this densely packed, two-days conference and seminar was that counter-terrorism, to be effective, requires a truly multidisciplinary approach. Winning hearts-and-minds is as important as integrating the most up-to-date technological gadgetry available. The tech perspective, that's obvious, is receiving a special attention nowadays. The whole second day of the event revolved around the unimaginable possibilities and breathtaking threats that new technologies can introduce into the already deadly game between the forces of terror, and those wanting to counter it. Much thinking has been devoted to drones (both airborne and undersea), and the rapidly evolving surveillance technologies. But what can make a real revolution in this field, artificial intelligence, requires a realy concentrated focus, and perhaps a good part of counter-terrorism’s efforts and resources in the coming years. And that was my own message, and hopefully some innovative contribution. Here, the 156 members of the "audience" (in fact, strictly selected invitees) were also among the top experts in the field of terrorism, including heads of research institutes and high-ranking military commanders. So I think I am right in thinking that to be one of the 16 invited speakers at this event was an exceptional honour for me. #Ankara #Türkiye #NATO #NATOCOEDAT #CenterOfExcellence #Conference #Seminar #Terrorism #CounterTerrorism #GeopoliticsOfTerror #EmergingTechnologies #Drones #SurveillanceTech #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #SoftPower #InnovationInCounterterrorism #TerroristEnterprise #TechnoTerrorism #GenerativeAI #MilitaryAI #AlgorithmicWarfare

This year, the United States is confronting a complex terrorism landscape, demanding creative and unified approaches. The blend of shifting global dangers, increasing domestic radicalism, and swift technological progress has elevated the challenge of counterterrorism. Through advanced technology utilization, global collaboration, and tackling radicalization at its core, the U.S. is enhancing its security measures to safeguard national interests.

⚡ The Turkish Armed Forces' counter-terrorism operations are carried out to ensure national security and eliminate the terrorist threat. The scope of these operations, strategy…

Delighted to announce the publication of ‘Human Factors in Effective Counter-Terrorism: A Comparative Study’, on the 29th February, by Dr Richard Warnes in the Routledge Advances in Defence Studies (RAiDS) series.   This book seeks to provide a comparative assessment of the significance of ‘human factors’ in effective counter-terrorism. The phrase ‘human factors’ is used to describe personal relationships, individual capabilities, effective leadership, technical interface, organisational culture and the community engagement necessary to effectively minimise, counter and control the threat of terrorism. Unlike many works in the field, this book is constructed around the input of ‘experienced knowledge’ from over 170 semi-structured interviews of specialist military, policing, intelligence and security practitioners - those actors actually involved in countering terrorism. These practitioners come from seven countries – the United Kingdom, Ireland, France, Spain, Israel, Turkey and the United States – all of which have suffered over the years from different types of terrorist threat and responded with a mixture of counter-terrorist measures. Where military practitioners also discussed overseas counter-insurgency measures, that material has been included, since terrorism forms a key aspect of such wider insurgencies. The resulting interview data was analysed through a variant of ‘Grounded Theory’ to identify key emerging themes and issues, both positive and negative, relevant to ‘human factors’ in the individual countries and more generically. This book incorporates the informed operational experiences and insights of the interviewees while seeking to provide examples of successful counter-terrorist measures at the strategic, operational and tactical levels. https://lnkd.in/e556byRj