More Than Combating Terrorism: The Force Security Concept And The Role Of Intelligence

Abstract

Significant enhancements to DOD force protection programs have occurred since the Khobar Towers terrorist bombing, but serious shortfalls remain. Differing definitions of force protection and the scope of the threat have caused confusion and have hampered the development of intelligence support efforts. DOD force protection programs are too narrowly defined, and intelligence support is fragmented and uneven. Current efforts focus on the terrorist threat, and most programs have overlooked other significant risks. DOD personnel and facilities face an increasingly complex threat environment. While terrorism represents the most serious threat, it is not the only risk. Civil wars, insurgencies, and riots pose additional hazards. Hostile intelligence activities, crime, disease, environmental hazards, and war debris also threaten DOD personnel and facilities. These risks are part of a total "force security" threat that includes hazards, other than force-on-force actions.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 06, 1998
Accession Number
ADA346262

Entities

People

  • Jeffrey M. Rote

Organizations

  • United States Army War College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Artillery
  • Commerce
  • Department Of Defense
  • Department Of State
  • Eastern Europe
  • Force Protection
  • Governments
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Medical Personnel
  • Military Operations
  • Military Personnel
  • National Security
  • United States
  • War Colleges
  • Warfare
  • Waste Disposal Facilities

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