• Abstract: Circumstances require the rethinking of defence and security doctrine. Denial is more provocative than previously thought, while conventional and nuclear deterrence are both under conceptual attack – neither is reliable in a proliferating world. What is needed is an entirely new approach to conflict itself, one which will not demonize the Other as a… Read more →

  • Abstract: Ongoing drone attacks have made us aware that unmanned weapon systems have become the means of first choice in modern warfare and simultaneously demonstrate the performance capabilities that such drones have today. Current drone warfare is an evident phenomenon of modern wars. Aside from the legitimate arguments of Western States regarding the ability of… Read more →

  • Abstract: In meeting the prime concern of South Korea, the EU needs more engagement beyond “critical” engagement on the Korean peninsula to work towards peace and denuclearisation. While this can contribute to avoiding a situation in which Seoul sees itself sucked into the Chinese orbit, it is also in the interest of the EU as… Read more →

  • Abstract: The world still experiences growing threats of terrorism and violent extremism. As a global counter-terrorism actor, the European Union has developed numerous policies and instruments, such as the Western Balkan counter-terrorism initiative, to combat global terrorism and violent extremism. Since there have been conflicting opinions regarding the EU’s competency as a counter-terrorism actor, this… Read more →

  • Abstract: The article highlights the importance of John Boyd’s emphasis on the importance of Orientation within his well-known Decision Cycle (often known as OODA loop). The story of the US Major League Baseball team, the Oakland Athletics, described in the movie, and the book Moneyball is used as an exemplar as the benefits of not… Read more →

  • Abstract: Europe must become more self-reliant in security and defense policy, without the transatlantic alliance becoming less important in the process. It is not enough to talk about establishing a “European Army” or so-called PESCO or setting up a European defense fund. The first step must be a joint answer to the question: what should… Read more →

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