NATO SOF in Future Conflicts

Abstract

The SOF are generally considered as the instrument with operational and strategic effect. Being relevant in the future not only in context of NATO but also in context of each member state means being prepared for new challenges. The prediction of the future as well as the pressure of the evolution of conventional forces force the NATO SOF to review their purpose and tasks. NATO SOF proved in the past to be a valuable tool in the framework of NATO operations. Also some of the members deployed their SOF according to their national interests in the past. Unfortunately, due to the high demands for national budget the discussion still exists if the SOF are worth the cost and if the Conventional Forces can carry out the original SOF core tasks.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 29, 2021
Accession Number
AD1178070

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  • Jan Kratochvil

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