China will use laser weapons to protect from drones used for...
China has recently signaled its intentions to join the march toward laser weapons, unveiling a laser system designed to destroy drones. The new lasers...
The Problem that is Also a Solution: Lebanese Fears Play into...
Omer Einav
In recent months there have been clear signs of Hezbollah's legitimacy rebounding in Lebanon’s political and civilian spheres. The current governmental vacuum suits...
Fast draw – Hamas is no terrorist organization
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Hezbollah allegations about offshore gas reservoirs increase alertness
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Hamas vs Israel – the next round?
Kobi Michael, Udi Dekel
The Gaza Strip: What Can Israel Do to Postpone – or Even Prevent – the Next Round of Violence?
This article examines three...
Cyber attacks will grow in number in 2015
2015 will see an increase in Cyber Warfare incidents.
McAfee Labs' 2015 Threats Predictions report sees increased cyber-warfare and espionage, along with new strategies from...
Tighter Security Urged After Chabad Attack
Following years of security concerns here because of wars and terrorism in the Middle East, the American Jewish community was on edge this week...
The Currency of the Islamic State: The Political and Symbolic Significance...
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Homeland Security Chief: No carry-on bag ban… yet
The Department of Homeland Security will not impose a ban on carry-on luggage at airports, but is leaving open the possibility in the future.
Speaking...
Two terrorists set free into U.S. by Homeland Security Department
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Virtualized security solution ensures safe ultra-broadband customer experience
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Bring the cost and the dimensions of unmanned naval systems, increase the scope of their autonomous operation, and bring down to the bare minimum...
U.K. introduces broad new counter terrorism and security bill
The British government introduced a far-ranging bill last week aimed at protecting U.K. citizens from international terrorism. The Counter-Terrorism and Security Bill aims to...
Homeland Security issues warning to U.S. troops at home and abroad
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Baghdadi’s Gamble
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At this point it is too early to determine whether Baghdadi’s positive situation assessment of the Islamic State organization is justified. While...
The American Campaign against ISIS and the ISIS Response
Written by The Meir Amit Intelligence and Terrorism Information Center
ISIS' dramatic successes in the summer of 2014 were a strong blow to American foreign...
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The main characteristics of ISIS and its military campaign
Written by The Meir Amit Intelligence and Terrorism Information Center
1) Military capabilities: ISIS has an estimated 25,000 operatives in Syria and Iraq, and their number is...
Cyberattack on civil aviation – a genuine threat
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Cyberattack on civil aviation – a genuine threat
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ISIS – Portrait of a Jihadi Terrorist Organization
Written by The Meir Amit Intelligence and Terrorism Information Center
This study examines the nature of the Islamic State in Iraq and Greater Syria (ISIS), an...
Threat of lone wolf attacks worries U.S Homeland Security chief
"Lone wolf terror attacks remain a significant threat within the United States," Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson said Sunday, "and it could occur without...
Homeland Security plans to expand pre-clearance for passengers heading to the...
The U.S Department of Homeland Security announced plans to expand its controversial pre-clearance program at foreign airports, saying that requiring travelers to undergo screening...
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