Militarization in the Middle East: Strategic Autonomy or Escalation?
The Middle East has long been a focal point of global geopolitical tension, marked by persistent instability, regional rivalries, and a complex web of alliances and conflicts. In recent decades, the region’s militarization has intensified, driven by states’ ambitions to bolster national security, assert regional dominance, and navigate shifting international alignments. The report “Militarization in […]
The Evolution of Terror Threats in Europe: From Coordinated Attacks to Lone Actors
Terrorism in Europe has undergone profound changes over the past century, shifting from organized militant networks with clear hierarchies to unpredictable lone actors who operate independently. This transformation reflects broader social, political, and technological developments that have reshaped the threat environment. The challenge for European governments and institutions today is to neutralize immediate threats while […]
Middle East Power Plays Saudia’s Role
This report “Middle East Power Plays”, authored by Erik D’Amato, Dr. Goran Ilik, and Dr. Michal Vit, provides a comprehensive analysis of Saudi Arabia’s shifting role in the Middle East, focusing on its geopolitical strategies, economic reforms, and relationships with global powers. At the heart of this study is Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s ambitious […]
Middle East Power Plays: The UAE’s Role
This report, a collaborative effort between the Tactics Institute, the University of St. Kliment Ohridski Bitola, and Metropolitan University Prague, delves into the intricate dynamics of power in the Middle East, with a specific focus on the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Authored by Erik D’Amato, Dr. Goran Ilik, and Dr. Michal Vit, the report titled […]
Why the UAE is Becoming a Liability: The Case of Russian Sanctions Evasion
We, the Tactics Institute for Security and Counter-Terrorism, in collaboration with Bruges Group, has recently published a report titled “Why the UAE is Becoming a Liability: The Case of Russian Sanctions Evasion”. The authors of the report include Dr. Frank Millard, Dr. Jonathan Swift, and Dr. Niall McCrae. The report critically evaluates how Russia is […]
Report: The Global Ambitions of A Saudi Prince (PDF)
This comprehensive report, issued by the Tactic Institute in collaboration with esteemed partners, delves into the multifaceted geopolitical recalibration underway in Saudi Arabia under the leadership of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS). Authored by Goran Ilik, Mr. Sarmad Ali Khan, and Dr. Park Jaesoo, the report scrutinizes the Kingdom’s ambitious Vision 2030 and its […]
According to officials, Musk seeks US finance for the Ukraine satellite network.
According to a US official, the US Defense Department has received a request from SpaceX and Tesla creator Elon Musk to take over funding for his satellite network, which has supplied critical battlefield communications for Ukrainian military forces during the war with Russia. The person, who spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss a […]
Tactics Report: UK should impose total arms Embargo on UAE, KSA
A report issued by Tactics Institute For Security & Counter Terrorism, in partnership with the Middle East Centre at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), Centre for Security and Intelligence Studies (BUCSIS) at the University of Buckingham, UK, and Corruption Tracker Project recommended tightening the laws governing arms exports to GCC region and restricting them […]
Report warns of UAE-China cybersecurity cooperation and the implications to the UK/Europe
London based think Tank, Tactics Institute For Security and Counter-Terrorism has published a key report titled “Analysing the UAE-Chinese Cybersecurity alliance”. The report warns of the ever-growing cooperation between the two sites and potential implications on Europe and the West more broadly. The report is the result of cooperation between academics and experts such as […]
Security Bulletin No.6 – Jan 2022
Tactics Security Bulletin No. 6 – January, 2022 Western Europe & The United States Washington (US). President Joe Biden has spoken of plans to designate Qatar as a major non-NATO ally. Such a designation means that Qatar will be eligible for defence loans and equipment for research and development, as well as priority delivery […]