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Abstract: The manoeuvrist approach is highly relevant for militaries facing stronger adversaries, and its principles are, therefore, taught in the Estonian Military Academy. For evaluating the effectiveness of teaching methodology and its outcomes, essential maneuverist principles were identified, and their prominence was determined by analysing interviews with the lecturers and, thereafter, student’s written assignments. The… Read more →
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Abstract: This critical analysis evaluates Thomas Rid’s thesis in “Cyber War Will Not Take Place,” which argues that cyber operations do not fulfil Clausewitzian criteria for war. It supports Rid’s overall assertion while exploring nuances and limitations in his argument. Despite the compelling nature of Rid’s claim that cyber war as a standalone phenomenon is… Read more →
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Abstract: Emerging technologies (ETs) in the military, including AI, Anti-satellite (ASAT) weapon systems, robotics, hypersonic, and cyber weapons, are dubbed “disruptive technologies” because of their potential to pose serious challenges to offensive strategic forces, nuclear command and control, and communications and intelligence systems. These technologies escalate crisis instability by increasing uncertainty. In South Asia, a… Read more →
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Abstract: A conventional force imbalance in Europe cannot be offset by increased capabilities in the near future, this will take time. Consequently, a limited military escalation remains possible or even probable as long as this situation endures. If NATO is unable to react to this, it will likely lose its cohesion and significantly reduce the… Read more →
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Abstract: The October 07, 2023, attack on Israel, initiated by Hamas from Gaza, led to hundreds of Israeli casualties and hostages, sparking a war with global repercussions. Israel announced the killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, describing it as a justified action against terrorism. However, U.S. President Joe Biden later framed the event as a… Read more →
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Abstract: New weapon systems, like drones, challenge the ability of tanks to manoeuvre on the battlefield, thereby influencing the conduct of operations by mechanised forces. In the 21st century, tank forces must persist in both attritional and manoeuvre warfare. Therefore, new design features, alongside updated tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), must be introduced for tanks… Read more →
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Abstract: The burgeoning relationship between the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and Russia has reached unprecedented levels, especially with the onset of the ongoing Ukraine war. This article uncovers the intriguing reasons behind the PRC’s bold support for Russia amid the Ukraine war, exploring how the war has benefited Beijing. With a dual gamble, positioning… Read more →
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Abstract: The widespread use of sensors and stand-off precision fires is increasingly hampering ground manoeuvre and endangering manoeuvre forces in their staging areas. While some militaries adopt Multi-Domain Operations (MDO)-approaches as a remedy, it might be cheaper and more effective for small and medium-sized powers to disrupt adversaries’ MDO capabilities than to try and replicate… Read more →
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Abstract: The history and evolution of cybercrime is a complex yet flourishing and lucrative industry. With threat actors constantly emerging, many infrastructures worldwide are constantly under threat. Countries such as the UK and the U.S. have been the most vulnerable with their Western democratic culture, which is an ideal target for threat actors originating from… Read more →
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Abstract: China’s weaponisation of economics is fully in line with China’s grand strategy. China relies mainly on using the indirect instead of the direct approach. Manoeuvre warfare as an indirect approach sees the opponent as an interconnected system, to which measures against identified vulnerabilities are applied. The goal is systemic destruction – the incapacitation or… Read more →
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