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    1+1 ≠ 2: Digital Friction, Uncertainty, And The Limits Of Technological Determinism

    Abstract: Emerging and Disruptive Technologies are fundamentally reshaping modern warfare, creating a paradox where military forces are empowered and constrained by digital advancements. Western militaries, particularly NATO, face growing friction as their force structures struggle to adapt to the constantly evolving Russian way of warfare witnessed in Ukraine. This paper introduces the concept of digital… Read more →

    Alexander Schäbler

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    Space And Electronic Warfare Reimagined

    Abstract: The militarisation of space and the rise of AI-driven electronic warfare have created dual frontiers in modern conflict, demanding innovative strategies to ensure operational resilience and sustainability. This caused substantial challenges of orbital congestion, anti-satellite (ASAT) operations, and the evolution of electronic warfare. By integrating concepts such as orbital suppression, stealth technology, and adaptive… Read more →

    Isabella T Grant

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    Is Manoeuvre Warfare The First Casualty Of The War In Ukraine?

    Abstract: The Russo-Ukrainian War has revealed major technological and doctrinal implications. Among these, the big question that arises is whether the manoeuvrist approach, which is one of the cornerstones of current NATO doctrine, is still relevant and practicable in current and future conflicts. The most evident trend is how, for the most part, the ground… Read more →

    Gianluca Bonci, Fabio Riggi

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    Military Confrontation Between The People’s Republic Of China And The United States In A Scenario Of A Chinese Invasion Of Taiwan

    Abstract: This article examines the growing potential for confrontation between the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and Taiwan, fueled by Beijing’s strategy to isolate its neighbour through an intricate array of military, economic, and diplomatic coercion. It considers this part of Beijing’s larger goal to erode the regional superiority enjoyed by Washington in East Asia… Read more →

    Clément Stratmann

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    Manoeuvre And Attrition – Core Elements Of Naval Warfare

    Abstract: In contrast to recent engagements at sea defined nearly exclusively by the logic of attrition, this paper argues that manoeuvre warfare is an essential component of naval warfare. The article shows that, depending on mission objectives, naval operations are characterised by manoeuvre warfare and thus contribute to minimising an adversary’s attempt to attrite one’s… Read more →

    Tobias Kollakowski, Rainer Preuß, Stefan Glufke

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    India’s Neighbourhood Policy Conundrum: A Case of Nepal and Sri Lanka

    Abstract: India faces numerous challenges in its neighbourhood, characterised by territorial disputes, geopolitical rivalries, and economic dependencies. Tensions with China and Pakistan are cornerstones of India’s troubled neighbourhood past; however, dwindling partnerships with countries like Nepal and Sri Lanka reflect poorly on India’s regional leadership. To regain influence, India must enhance regional cooperation by building… Read more →

    Shivam Tiwary

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    Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Bid to Enter NATO: Prospect or Mirage?

    Abstract: Since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, European policymakers have gained a renewed sense of how fragile peace is in Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH). A brief brush through Bosnia’s recent history reveals outstanding issues following the war in the 1990s, foreign meddling in internal politics, as well as an internal secessionist movement on the rise.… Read more →

    Maya Ivanova

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    Talking Manoeuvre vs. Acting Attrition Strategy

    Abstract: As an output of strategic culture, a State Defence Strategy should set the direction of the defence policy and focus on defence system development and employment. As the main effort line to shape plans to be a reliable alliance member, the Slovenian Defence Strategy takes over the burden of collective defence (capabilities and operations).… Read more →

    Peter Papler

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    Geopolitics of Technology in Taiwan: A Key Factor in Strategic Competition

    Abstract: Taiwan occupies a pivotal position in the realm of technological geopolitics due to its dominance in semiconductor manufacturing and strategic location in the Indo-Pacific region. As global powers increasingly depend on advanced technologies for economic and security imperatives, Taiwan has emerged as a critical player in the strategic calculus of nations like the United… Read more →

    Tran My Hai Loc

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    Counterinsurgency In Apartheid Regimes

    Abstract: This essay examines the counterinsurgency (COIN) strategies employed by apartheid regimes, with a focus on the Rhodesian Bush War (1964–1979). By analysing the intersection of racial ideologies, military tactics, intelligence, and international dynamics, this study explores the effectiveness and limitations of authoritarian COIN strategies in ideologically driven contexts. Despite achieving tactical successes, apartheid-era regimes… Read more →

    Matthew P. Arsenault

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