Cognitive Warfare
Cognitive warfare is the strategic use of information, psychological tactics, and technological tools to influence how people think, perceive reality, and make decisions, often targeting beliefs, emotions, and social behaviors. It goes beyond traditional propaganda by exploiting cognitive biases, social networks, and digital platforms to subtly shape opinions and weaken an adversary’s cohesion or will to act.
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A Systematic Review Of Cognitive And Psychological Warfare
Abstract: The human mind is the paramount battleground in modern warfare, where cognitive warfare emerges as an unparalleled domain demanding recognition. The People’s Republic of China and Russia have incorporated cognitive warfare and related strategies into their operations. However, there remains a blurriness regarding the concept and application of cognitive warfare in academic discourse and… Read More
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There Is No Need For A Cognitive Domain
Abstract: Cognitive Warfare is gaining ground in the strategic and operational debate. Accordingly, there are various calls for the introduction of a cognitive domain. The partitioning of warfare into operational domains within the framework of Multi-Domain Operations (MDO) effectively reduces the complexity of military decision models as long as the majority of dependencies occur within… Read More
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Using Artificial Intelligence Tools For Obtaining Cognitive Warfare Advantages
Abstract: Nowadays, the internet and social media are probably the most powerful tools used in cognitive warfare to target key figures, niche groups, and significant populations in a community. This article presents a sentiment analysis framework for posts collected from the X social media platform, formerly known as Twitter, on topics related to the Russian-Ukrainian… Read More
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Disinformation In Cognitive Warfare, FIMI, Hybrid Threats
Abstract: Cognitive Warfare, Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference (FIMI), Hybrid threats – how does disinformation strategically target vulnerabilities within democratic institutions? Rather than being competitive, these concepts are complementary and pertain to distinct societal domains. A nuanced understanding of disinformation in varied conceptual, social, and strategic contexts equips policymakers and defence agencies to craft cohesive,… Read More
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A Primer On The Functional Trinity Of The Information Environment
Abstract: Modern war is a complex endeavour. Operations have effects on several domains simultaneously and are not limited to the operational domains of land, air, sea, cyber and space. The information environment, with its three dimensions (informational, physical and cognitive), is a conceptual link between the MPECI instruments of power and the classic operational domains.… Read More
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Cognitive Warfare Through Reflexive Control Strategy In Georgia
Abstract: The modern military operating landscape could be described as a dynamic, complex, multi-domain system. NATO recognizes five operational domains, namely land, air, sea, cyber and space. However, the 6th domain, the cognitive domain, is still widely overlooked and eliminated from the agenda. Cognitive Warfare (CW) is capable of multiplying the destructive impact on the… Read More
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Strategic Communications: State Responsibility In The Age Of Information War
Abstract: For many years, Russia has targeted Western audiences with propaganda and disinformation. NATO has adapted to this development by adjusting its focus and respective strategic communications (StratCom) documents. In countering Russia’s disinformation, NATO’s strategic communications intend to match words with deeds to advance NATO’s aims and preserve the cohesion of the alliance. However, there… Read More
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Influence of Cognitive Warfare on National Will to Fight
Abstract: Cognitive Warfare (CW) aims “to change not only what people think, but how they think and act” and “it shapes and influences individual and group beliefs and behaviors to favor an aggressor’s tactical or strategic objectives. The cognitive domain remains the least explored space of competition that, just like any other sphere of influence,… Read More
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