The Narrative of Western Decline and the Rise of Islam: An Analysis of an Al-Qaeda Ideological Document in the Context of Global Change
On 11 January, Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) released an ideological document articulating an…
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Iran Wave of Protest: Overview and Regional Implications
Introduction On December 28, 2025, protests erupted in Iran and rapidly expanded to additional cities…
Law Enforcement and Policing in the Era of Technological Transformation
Download Introduction Over the past decade, the global security environment has undergone profound structural change,…
Conquest of Mali and Takeover of Bamako by the JNIM: Possible Scenarios
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Hamas’s “Al Aqsa Flood” Document: A Propaganda Narrative Two Years into the War in Gaza
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The Sahel is the Epicenter of Jihadist Expansion in Africa
Is Africa the next caliphate? Today, the question is more specific and focused: will the…
Bibi Gate: Handala Hack Team — A Mask for Iranian Psychological Warfare
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From Gaming to Grooming:
How Far-Right Extremists Exploit Video Game-Adjacent Platforms for Radicalization and Recruitment
How Far-Right Extremists Exploit Video Game-Adjacent Platforms for Radicalization and Recruitment
Drawing on three detailed case studies, the article shows how extremists use the interactive features of these platforms, such as real-time chat, donations, audience participation, and cross-platform migration, to weave ideological messages into familiar entertainment formats. These practices do not build “loyal fanbases;” they create ongoing pathways for radicalization, making extremist narratives feel social, participatory, and emotionally engaging.
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Jerusalem Post
Brig. Gen. (Res.) Yaron Rosen, former head of the IDF Cyber Staff and current fellow at the ICT, shared his insights on Iran’s increasingly extreme rhetoric regarding Israel.
WION Interview
Professor Boaz Ganor offered analysis of Iran’s intentions, the effect of sanctions on the regime, and ultimately arguing that a “new NATO” is necessary to combat the regime.
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Col. (Res.) Reuven Ben-Shalom published an article on the importance of “Military Diplomacy” as a tool of statecraft.
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