Special Operations Forces Interagency Counterterrorism Reference Manual
Abstract
The emergence of globally linked terror threat networks in this decade present the United States, its allies, and partners a significant and long-term dynamic for viewing national security. The traditional concept of state-on-state military engagement will remain a valid security concern; but nonstate, violent, extremist terror networks in an irregular and chaotic environment means we must be agile and adaptive with our counter strategy. As these threat networks develop sophisticated operational capabilities, the United States must ensure its national security apparatus adapts to meet these challenges. Addressing irregular, asymmetric, and nontraditional threats manifested in networks requires a collaborative, knowledge-based approach. Direct combat and kinetic operations, while remaining an element in any campaign against terror and violent extremists, should not be the primary response mechanism or a sole basis of a national strategy to combat and counter extremists. A whole-of-government approach is required that addresses the complex and multilayered nature of these groups, the motivations driving their supporters, and their diverse operational environments. To truly reduce this irregular threat will require a strategy to attack or mitigate the fabric and linkages between terrorists, extremists, and organized crime operating in an increasingly interconnected global economy and society.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 2009
- Accession Number
- ADA514574
Entities
Organizations
- Joint Special Operations University