The War on Terror and Western Security Services
The War on Terror has greatly altered the role of Western security services: many changes have been products of the Bush Doctrine, and have been furthered by Obama’s policies.
Is Clausewitz or Sun Tzu More Relevant to Contemporary War?
Clausewitz and Sun Tzu’s writings remain relevant, but Clausewitz provides more useful tools to conceptualize the different forms of modern political violence.
Measuring British Intelligence Against Islamist Terror Threats
British intelligence failures can be found chronologically and at all stages of the intelligence cycle, most notably the failure to prevent the 7/7 attacks.
The Relationship Between the Media and Intelligence
Cooperation between the media and intelligence agencies is crucial in order to make intelligence more effective, ensure public and national security, and react to new threats.
Private Military Companies and International Security
Whilst the time-honoured profession of being a mercenary may be as old as the history of warfare itself, we are perhaps witnessing a golden age for the soldier of fortune.
Balancing Secrecy and Individual Rights in Britain
The British Government should prioritize its citizens’ human rights in balancing individual rights with the need for secrecy, but national security should come before civil liberties.
The Counter-Insurgency Operation in Chechnya
The First Chechen War was a clear failure of counter-insurgency operations, and whilst there were improvements in the Second Chechen War, a wholly successful outcome has not been achieved.
Huawei: A Threat To National Security?
Huawei’s business in Iran and supposed disregard for intellectual property rights exemplify why foreign governments think it does not respect international legal obligations.
State Failure, Insecurity, and the International System
Failed states give rise to transnational security threats such as terrorism, piracy, conflict spill-over and refugee flows, making state failure a major source of insecurity today.
The Political and Economic Dimension of the War in Afghanistan
With increasing globalization, the spread of ideas is limitless and states’ borders become porous, which therefore permits radical ideas and beliefs to infiltrate other countries.
