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The Ultimate Human-Machine Fusion?
Abstract: AI-powered autonomous weapons, from advanced drones to robotic soldiers, are reshaping warfare with unmatched speed, precision, and adaptability. Capable of life-and-death decisions, they deliver tactical power and coordination, reducing human risk and amplifying military strength. Intelligent swarming and real-time responses provide a formidable combat edge. However, robust controls are crucial to wield these tools… Read more →
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Unfolding the Rationale Behind Suicide Terrorism as a Weapon of Choice
Abstract: There is a plethora of studies on suicide terrorism from different aspects, but researchers have failed to identify suicide attacks as a weapon of choice. This reluctance may stem from the fact that suicide terrorism does not fall under the strict terminology of ‘weapon’. Suicide attacks have been used as a weapon to accomplish… Read more →
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Additive Manufacturing: A Key Enabler Of Low-Cost Modern Warfare
Abstract: A need for low-cost warfare has emerged from the experiences of several nations in current conflicts. On the one hand, a recent missile and drone attack on Israel was successfully defeated, but at the unsustainable cost of an estimated $1-1.5 billion. Houthi drones, costing $2000 each, were successfully intercepted with Standard Missile-2s (SM-2), which… Read more →
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Describing The Security Cooperation Dilemma
Abstract: This paper explores the persistent tensions within U.S. security cooperation, where efforts to build partner capacity often collide with the realities of sovereignty, hierarchy, and risk. Although designed to enhance global stability, security cooperation initiatives frequently impose on partner autonomy, revealing the hierarchical nature of the international system beneath the rhetoric of equal partnership.… Read more →
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From An Engineering Perspective: Small Drones Affecting The Course Of Warfare
Abstract: At least since the beginning of the most recent Russian invasion of Ukraine and the massive use of unmanned aerial vehicles, it has become imperative to elaborate potential countermeasures, that is, counter-unmanned aerial systems. Accordingly, based on past and ongoing conflicts – including the war in Ukraine – this paper analyses the impact of… Read more →
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Land Manoeuvres – A Historical Approach
Abstract: Armed combat as a frontal clash of opponent forces compromises development of thousands of years. The engagement of land troops executes the realisation of military strategic concepts. The essay will describe the most important elements chronologically and view them closely through famous battles. From the early phalanx to cannons in the late Middle Ages… Read more →
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The Usage Of State-Of-The-Art Simulators In The Formation Of Future Navy Officers
Abstract: This paper examines how modern training simulators can aid in teaching future Navy officers. Traditional teaching methods often prioritise classroom learning with limited hands-on practice. This research examines whether the use of realistic simulators can enhance police officers’ learning of their job responsibilities. The study utilises various types of simulators to teach essential Navy… Read more →
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Excruciation Of Prisoners of War – State Policy Of The Russian Federation
Abstract: With each passing day, the amount of verified information regarding violations of international humanitarian law and human rights by the Russian Federation continues to grow. One of the most striking examples of the Russian Federation’s disregard for its international obligations is its treatment of Ukrainian prisoners of war (POWs). These violations include executions, torture,… Read more →
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Beyond The Horizon: Training Minds And Systems For Tomorrow’s Conflicts
Abstract: Technological advancements and evolving security policies increasingly shape military conflicts through AI, autonomous systems, and cyber capabilities. Future developments can be analysed from both military-technological and tactical perspectives, highlighting challenges in command structures, information processing, and execution. The vignettes address the aspects of capability, understanding, and will, i.e., the parts of combat power. Countermeasures… Read more →
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Social Cohesion, Collective Defence, And The Latent Power Of Democracy
Abstract: Collective security in democracies is unviable without public trust and a publicly cogent threat assessment. Thus, it follows that democratic security architects should promote an internally-focused threat perception and engage in realistic perception management. There needs to be a greater focus on what we have that is worth protecting, and why; moreover, threat perceptions… Read more →
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