About Book

This book offers an in-depth analysis of the global efforts to combat terrorism and insurgency in the wake of the September 11 attacks. It addresses the strategic and tactical dimensions of counterterrorism, including hard power, soft power, counterintelligence, and the challenges posed by weak governments, foreign policy issues, and illicit trafficking. The book explores successful and unsuccessful counterterrorism campaigns, drawing lessons from global operations. It is divided into three volumes: • Volume 1: Strategic and Tactical Considerations – Focuses on hard power, soft power, and intelligence/counterintelligence. • Volume 2: Sources and Facilitators – Covers issues like state failure, border controls, democracy promotion, and trade and trafficking. • Volume 3: Lessons Learned from Combating Terrorism and Insurgency – Includes case studies of significant operations and long-term counterterrorism efforts, such as the hijacking of the Achille Lauro, the 1993 bombing of the World Trade Center, and counterterrorism operations in Spain, Sri Lanka, Israel, and Japan. This book contributes to national security policy and deepens our understanding of the strategies necessary to counter terrorism globally.