Irregular Warfare Initiative

???????? ??????????????: ???????????????????? ???????????? ?????? ?????????????????? ???????????????? ??????????????! ?? We’re thrilled to collaborate with Young Professionals in Foreign Policy (YPFP) and their Rising Experts Program! In this episode, ???????????? ??????????, 2024 Rising Expert on Geostrategy, explores the rise of unmanned maritime vehicles (UMVs) and their profound impact on naval strategy and international security. ?? ?????? ????????????????: ?? How UMVs are redefining naval strategies and complicating maritime security. ?? The risks to critical underwater infrastructure like undersea cables. ?? Legal and operational challenges facing naval powers. ?????? ???? ??????????????: UMVs are both potential threats and valuable assets in the evolving landscape of naval warfare. ?? ???????????? ?????? and join the conversation! Big thanks to YPFP (Young Professionals in Foreign Policy) and Laurel Baker for this fantastic partnership! ?? #MaritimeSecurity ?? #UMVs ?? #Defense ?? #NavalStrategy ? #YPFP #ProjectMaritime ?? #FutureOfWarfare ?? https://lnkd.in/e4rZGAZ5

?? ???????????????????? ???????????? ?????? ???????????????? ?????? ???????? ???? ???????????????? ??????????????! ?? ?? ?????? ???? ??????????????: Unmanned maritime vehicles (UMVs) are stealthily shaking up the seas, bringing new tactics and challenges to irregular warfare and naval strategy. ??????????’?? ??????????????????: ?? UMVs are on the rise globally—from Ukraine’s strikes in the Black Sea to surveillance in the Red Sea. ?? They add a new layer of complexity with cost-effective, versatile capabilities that can both disrupt and defend, raising critical legal and strategic questions. ?? ?????? ?????? ??????????????: These “seafaring phantoms” threaten vital underwater infrastructure like internet cables, creating vulnerabilities with few global safeguards and complicating security. ?? ????????’?? ????????: To keep up, navies and governments must act now. Strengthening domestic unmanned capabilities and revamping maritime laws are crucial steps to counter these emerging threats. ?? ???????? ?????? ????????????????????????: Dive into the future of maritime security! Read the full article, share your insights with Project Maritime, and follow @proj_maritime on X. #MaritimeSecurity ?? #UMVs ?? #Defense ?? #Innovation ?? #ProjectMaritime ?? #FutureOfWarfare ?? Laurel Baker https://lnkd.in/ez73r4fE

??? Exciting Opportunity Alert: Deputy Director for the Irregular Warfare Podcast! ?? https://wkf.ms/3XaoadT Passionate about irregular warfare and eager to influence national security discussions? The Irregular Warfare Podcast is looking for a **Deputy Director** to join our team! ?? ?? Why is this role unique? - Engage with top academics shaping the latest in irregular warfare theory - Connect with practitioners globally, from team rooms to the highest levels of service - Lead conversations on cutting-edge national security issues ?? As Deputy Director, you'll: - Co-lead IWI's flagship product—the Irregular Warfare Podcast - Work alongside professional podcasters - Shape the discourse around irregular warfare ?? Network with experts: - Engage with top thinkers and decision-makers in the field - Access unmatched networking opportunities ?? Grow with us: - Volunteer role offering invaluable experience and exposure - Join a 501(c)(3) non-profit focused on education and research - Impact the field of irregular warfare while expanding your professional network! ???? ? Application closes in just over a week: 11:59PM Eastern, Sept 20th. Don't miss out! #NationalSecurity #IrregularWarfare #CareerOpportunity

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?? Uprooting the Enemy: A New Era for Irregular Warfare Analysis Irregular warfare is a crucial tool in America’s national security strategy, operating in the "gray zone" between peace and war. But how do we truly understand the environments in which we wage these battles? ?? New Report Alert: Integrated Understanding: Re-Thinking the Human Environment of Military Operations—the first in the Irregular Warfare Initiative’s paper series—challenges the current approach. We must shift from an enemy-centric view to a more comprehensive understanding of the entire operational environment, integrating both human and information domains. ?? Why It Matters: - Develop a new analytical framework to understand adversaries as part of the human terrain. - Break down silos between military intelligence and civilian analysis. - Leverage cutting-edge methods, including AI, to refine our strategy and tactics. ?? Contribute to the Debate: Have ideas or proposals? Submit to Adam Darnley-Stuart with “Project SOF Submission / Proposal” in the subject line. ?? Let’s redefine how we analyze and act in irregular warfare. https://lnkd.in/exRNjfZe #IrregularWarfare #NationalSecurity #MilitaryAnalysis #HumanTerrain #SOFinCompetition #Innovation #AI #StrategicThinking Adam Darnley-Stuart Nicholas Krohley, Ph.D.

?? Welcome to the Resistance: Call for Papers! We’re launching the “Resistance” strand of the SOF in Competition project—and we need your voice! We're inviting practitioners, policymakers, and academics to drive debate on SOF's role in resistance activities worldwide. Key Topics: ??? Strategic Leverage: How does SOF enable resistance against global rivals? ?? Evolving Concepts: What’s next for NATO SOF's Resistance Operating Concept (ROC)? ?? Ethics: How do we balance engagement with local resistance movements? ?? Private Sector Role: How can businesses support resistance efforts? ?? Total Defense: Can Europe’s model work globally? ?? Tech Innovations: How can digital tools transform resistance? How to Submit: Send your papers to [email protected] with “Resistance Article Submission” in the subject. More guidelines here: https://lnkd.in/euuugPJn https://lnkd.in/e-yYg-en Let's shape the future. Join us! #SOFinCompetition #Resistance #CallForPapers #Innovation #NationalDefense #Geopolitics #TransformativeTech Nicholas Krohley, Ph.D. Adam Darnley-Stuart

??? Exciting Opportunity Alert: Deputy Director for the Irregular Warfare Podcast! ?? Are you passionate about irregular warfare and eager to shape the discourse at the forefront of national security? The Irregular Warfare Podcast is seeking a Deputy Director to join our dynamic team! ?? ?? What makes this opportunity unique? - Engage with leading academics crafting the latest theories in irregular warfare - Connect with practitioners from diverse nations, from the team room to the highest echelons of military and civil service - Be at the epicenter of cutting-edge discussions on national security ?? As Deputy Director, you'll: - Assist in leading IWI's flagship product - the Irregular Warfare Podcast - Work alongside highly talented professional podcasters - Shape the conversation surrounding irregular warfare ?? Network with the brightest minds in the field: - Join the ranks of top thinkers in irregular warfare - Unparalleled networking opportunities with experts and decision-makers ?? Grow with us: - This volunteer position offers invaluable experience and exposure - Be part of a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to education and research - Don't miss this chance to make a significant impact in the field of irregular warfare while expanding your professional network! ???? Interested? Application closes 11:59PM Eastern Sept 20th. https://lnkd.in/gyRXg68e

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Check out the latest podcast from IWI: “Afghanistan Three Years Later: Alliances and Rivalries” As we mark three years since the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, the Irregular Warfare Podcast dives deep into the evolving threat posed by Islamic State Khorasan (ISK). ??? Episode 113 Highlights: ??Examination of the power vacuum post-U.S. withdrawal in 2021 ?? ISK’s strategy of alliances and rivalries in Afghanistan and Pakistan ??? Over-the-horizon counterterrorism: capabilities & limitations ?? Policy and strategy recommendations for future operations ?? Featured Experts: ???Andrew Mines | Senior Program Specialist, United States Institute of Peace ? LTC Paul Lushenko, PhD | Director of Special Operations, The United States Army War College Tune in for an insightful conversation hosted by Frank Struzinski and Julia McClenon: https://lnkd.in/gHz73fU4 #IrregularWarfare #ISK #Afghanistan #Counterterrorism #NationalSecurity #MilitaryStrategy #Podcast