sudanmapShaul Shay
(Senior research fellow at the International Institute for Counter-terrorism (ICT) at the Interdisciplinary Centre Herzliya and former deputy head of Israel’s National Security Council)

Copyright: @ 2024 Research Institute for European and American Studies (www.rieas.gr) Publication date: 28 April 2024

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Sudanese and Iranian officials have agreed to expedite their steps to resume relations and restore diplomatic representation. The recent rapprochement raised questions about the reasons for that path amid the civil war in Sudan and the regional conflict between the Iranian backed Houthis and Israel the US and its allies that erupted when Hamas attacked Israel on October 7, 2023, killing more than 1,200 people.[ Mohamed Amin Yassin, what is Sudan's Purpose of Diplomatic Approach with Iran? Asharq Al Awsat, January 22, 2024..... Read more

edint9Anthony Ioannidis, Ph.D.
(RIEAS Academic Advisor)

John M. Nomikos, Ph.D.
(RIEAS Founder & Director)

Copyright: @ 2024 Research Institute for European and American Studies (www.rieas.gr) Publication date: 2 April 2024.

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Establishing a National Intelligence University (NIU) is crucial for meeting the dynamic requirements of national security, intelligence, and global competitiveness. This initiative is driven by the need to elevate professional intelligence education, promote innovation in intelligence practices and technologies, and enhance collaboration and understanding across various agencies..... Read more

future4Anthony Ioannidis, Ph.D.
(RIEAS Academic Advisor)

Copyright: @ 2024 Research Institute for European and American Studies (www.rieas.gr) Publication date: 31 March 2024

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In an era where information reigns supreme, the strategic integration of intelligence analysis with business best practices emerges as a pivotal lever for securing a competitive edge within the private sector. This fusion not only transcends traditional operational paradigms but also heralds a new age of informed decision-making, where data is not merely collected but strategically harnessed to drive innovation, mitigate risks, and navigate the complexities of the global market...... Read more

ter678Shaul Shay

(Senior research fellow at the International Institute for Counter-terrorism (ICT) at the Interdisciplinary Centre Herzliya and former deputy head of Israel’s National Security Council)

Copyright: @ 2024 Research Institute for European and American Studies (www.rieas.gr) Publication date: 23 March 2024

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Al Qaeda of Arab Peninsula (AQAP), which was considered the most dangerous branch of the organization and whose terrorist activity has declined in recent years, is about to change its strategy due to 3 main reasons: new policy of the central command of al Qaeda, a new leader for the organization and the war in Gaza. These reasons caused a historic change in the relations between al Qaeda and the Houthis in Yemen from hostility and conflict to cooperation and this raise concerns that AQAP will once again be a significant actor in global terrorism.... Read more

westernbalkans1John M Nomikos
(RIEAS Director)
Martha Delli
(Student, Department of International and European Studies, University of Piraeus. She completed RIEAS internship program in 2023)

Copyright @ 2024 Journal of European and American Intelligence Studies (https://www.rieas.gr/intelligence-journal) posted on 1 March 2024.

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The ongoing changes on the international geopolitical chessboard have shifted the attention of academia and the EU towards the accession procedure of the Western Balkans (WB) to the EU. The structural problems of these states extending the rule of law, stemming from the creation of these states after the dissolution of Yugoslavia, have posed obstacles to their integration into the EU. Read more

sahel4Marco Faias
(A trained analyst and information management specialist with over 25 years of experience in major international organizations and agencies such as the United Nations, North Atlantic Treaty Organization, Interpol, Europol, Frontex, and Schengen. He has worked extensively in Asia, Africa, and Eastern Europe, dealing with complex and sensitive issues related to organized crime and terrorism. He also studied and lived in six European Union Member States, acquiring a deep knowledge of the European context and culture. He holds six academic titles in various fields, including international relations, terrorism, law, and information technology. He is passionate about artificial intelligence and its implications for law enforcement and counter-terrorism efforts)

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Note: The information and view set out in this research paper are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official opinion of the European Intelligence Academy. Neither the European Intelligence Academy, the Research Institute for European and American Studies, nor any person acting on their behalf may be held responsible for the use which may be made of the information contained therein. Responsibility for the information and views set out in this research paper lies entirely with the author.

The re-establishment of security within the semi-desert areas that span across the entire Sahel is difficult due to the scarce population that is distributed through a myriad of villages and hamlets. This difficulty is compounded by a high porosity of the borders, both intra Sahelian and extra-Sahelian. The difficulty in managing the border is not only a security or political issue but is also a socio-cultural one, driven by communities that have lived in the area for centuries without concern about borders while trading and smuggling goods across countries... Read more

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