A New Tool for the Fight: M111 Grenade Enhances Urban and CQB Capabilities
The U.S. Army has approved the M111 Offensive Hand Grenade (OHG) for Full Material Release, marking the first time since the Vietnam era that a new lethal hand grenade has…
Understanding Hybrid and Non‑Linear Warfare: Concepts, Dynamics, and Implications
The strategic environment of the 21st century is defined by ambiguity, contested information spaces, and adversaries who deliberately blur the boundaries between peace and war. Hybrid and non‑linear warfare—terms often…
Clausewitzian Theory: Its Application to Success in Life
General Carl von Clausewitz’s On War remains one of the most influential works in strategic studies, not only for its insights into military conflict but also for its broader theoretical…
Operation Frankton: The WW2 Raid That Became a Legend
Operation Frankton remains one of the most daring and unconventional Allied raids of the Second World War. Conducted in December 1942 by a tiny team of Royal Marines, the mission…
Enhancing Threat Assessment Through Structured Analytic Techniques
Modern protective intelligence teams operate in an environment defined by fluid threats, massive information flows, and rising expectations for accuracy, accountability, and foresight. Analysts and security professionals must navigate challenges…
Converging Threats: Strategic Responses to the Crime-Terror Nexus
The convergence of transnational criminal organizations (TCOs) and foreign terrorist organizations (FTOs) represents a growing and complex threat to global and U.S. national security. Traditionally, TCOs have focused on profit-driven…
Gray Propaganda: The Shadowy Weapon of Covert Influence
Propaganda has long been recognized as one of the most powerful tools in the arsenal of governments, political movements, and organizations seeking to shape public opinion. It operates across a…
Force-on-Force Training vs Practical Shooting: Why Congruency Matters
Force-on-Force Training vs Practical Shooting: Why Congruency Matters Force-on-force training vs practical shooting exposes the gap between narrative-based instruction and pressure-tested skill. Many instructors use combat deployments or tactical language…
Staccato Sunsets Production of Staccato C and CS Models
FLORENCE, Texas – (November 26, 2025) – Staccato2011®, the creators of the 2011® pistol platform, today announced it has discontinued production of its Staccato C and CS pistol models effective…
Staying Safe in Crowds: A Concise Guide to Crowd Safety
Crowds are woven into the fabric of everyday life. They can be exhilarating, full of energy, and a powerful reminder of shared human experience. Yet they also bring unique risks…