This article was published in Analisi Difesa on November 15, 2024. Neglecting the distribution of power between the Lebanese state and socio-religious groups will hinder any genuine effort to grasp the dynamics that position Hezbollah as a social entity alongside its military might. The modern political narrative has intensified in its dehumanization of opponents. Although portraying enemies has [...]
The Italian Operation Gabinia in the Gulf of Guinea is a strategic initiative to strengthen regional maritime security. A key objective of this operation is to maintain vigilance and ensure the protection of national interests in a region crucial to international trade and geopolitical stability. The operation testifies to the Italian Navy's commitment to safeguarding its borders and maritime [...]
The article was published in Analisi Difesa on November 28, 2023. The recent large-scale hostilities that began after the Oct. 7 Hamas attack call for reflection on why a regional security structure is lacking in the Middle East and North Africa region. This article will attempt to analyse- in a contained but comprehensive dimension- the attempts at integration [...]
In an increasingly globalised world, the security of a nation's defence supply chain has become paramount. The defence and national security sectors, in particular, grapple with the complexities of securing its supply chain. This article explores the challenges and strategies employed by the US and Australia in enhancing the security, resilience, and reliability of their defence supply chains. [...]
Maritime piracy, a threat that seemed to have subsided, resurged with surprising force, creating concern for global trade. However, acts of piracy jeopardize not only the safety of ships and their crews but also the global economy as a whole. An alarming increase in acts of piracy. The International Maritime Bureau (IMB) expressed concern over the growth [...]
Ukraine is a country in the throes of a long-standing battle against corruption. As the second-most corrupt nation in Europe, there is an imminent need for increased accountability, transparency, and reinforcement of the rule of law. This article explores the existing corruption landscape in Ukraine and the steps being taken to foster a culture of accountability. [...]
