Rethinking Counterinsurgency
Author | : John Mackinlay |
Publisher | : Rand Corporation |
Total Pages | : 81 |
Release | : 2008 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780833044754 |
ISBN-13 | : 0833044753 |
Rating | : 4/5 (753 Downloads) |
Download or read book Rethinking Counterinsurgency written by John Mackinlay and published by Rand Corporation. This book was released on 2008 with total page 81 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "In contrast, the modern jihadist insurgency is characterized by its complex and global nature. Unlike past insurgent forms that aspired to shape national politics, the jihadist movement espouses larger thematic goals, like overthrowing the global order. The modern jihadist insurgency is also more global in terms of its popular support and operational territory. It makes far better use of communications technology and propaganda to reach the minds and hearts of global audiences. The contemporary international security environment has therefore become a frustrating place for Western powers. Despite great technological and military advances, British and U.S. counterinsurgency (COIN) operations have been slow to respond and adapt to the rise of the global jihadist insurgency. Operational failures in Iraq and Afghanistan have highlighted the need for the West to rethink and retool its current COIN strategy.