(Dis)information warfare
The information warfare is somewhat distinct from the cyberdefence and cyberattacks. It is nothing new the use of fake news stories used for political ends.
International Security
Jihadist mobilisation, undemocratic Salafism and terrorist threat in the EU
Jihadism is to be thought of not just as a national security problem but also as a challenge to the open societies.
European defence between the Global Strategy and its implementation
The implementation of the Strategy comes at a time of highly adverse circumstances for the process of European integration, so that its development is not solely reliant on the content of the document or the determination of its backers.
Making sense of Europe’s Southern Neighbourhood: Main Geopolitical and Security Parameters
Europe’s southern neighbourhood is a diverse but interlinked geopolitical ensemble, whose specificities need to be carefully assessed before Europeans devise dedicated security strategies, divide responsibilities and make policy decisions.
Trump and the defence of Europe
Europeans would be wise to improve their own defences, in case they can no longer depend on the US as much as before.
Foreign cyber-meddling in domestic elections
The alleged Russian meddling in favour of Donald Trump will influence other ballots and may undermine confidence in democracy.
Three’s company? France, Germany, the UK and European defence post-Brexit
It is vital that France, Germany and the UK cooperate constructively on military matters after the British leave the European Union.
Patterns of involvement among individuals arrested for Islamic State-related terrorist activities in Spain, 2013-2016
Research on the case of Spain conducted by the Program on Global Terrorism at Elcano Royal Institute confirms that the terrorist threat posed by Islamic State is highly networked and organized.
Eight recommendations for the II National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security
The II National Action Plan for the implementation of Resolution 1325, currently being prepared by the Spanish Government, should build on lessons learnt and include specific measures and best practices if it aims to achieve any advancement in the women, peace and security agenda.
Winners and losers in the fall of Aleppo
Aleppo, despite its role in preserving a regime in power, is a sign that great change is underway.
Is Russia really a threat?
Although Russia knows that it is needed to resolve many global problems, the country has shrunk in comparison with the US and China
Syria: a concentrated world war
After six years, the situation in Syria has become a world war on a small, concentrated scale, although with terrible consequences for its inhabitants.