The KSSO: Russia`s Special Operations Command
The Special Operations Forces Command has established itself as Russia’s foremost special forces division. Known also as the “polite people”, Russian Special Forces or the KSSO and it rivals many tier-1 western special forces.
1. History of the KSSO
Special forces can come from a variety of national motivations and military needs. For some, it comes out of necessity to meet changing demands of combat, for others a specific event triggers the need to develop such a task force. Russia already had a number of special forces groups when the KSSO was formed. The Spetsnaz, a remnant organization from the Soviet era, filled many of the gaps in the new Russian Federation`s special forces needs. The Russian military, Federal Security Service and the Ministry of the Interior all have Spetsnaz units assigned to them.
Despite themselves being special forces on paper, they did not serve the same purpose that most Western special forces groups did.
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The KSSO: Russia`s Special Operations Command
The Special Operations Forces Command has established itself as Russia’s foremost special forces division. Known also as the “polite people”, Russian Special Forces or the KSSO and it rivals many tier-1 western special forces.
1. History of the KSSO
Special forces can come from a variety of national motivations and military needs. For some, it comes out of necessity to meet changing demands of combat, for others a specific event triggers the need to develop such a task force. Russia already had a number of special forces groups when the KSSO was formed. The Spetsnaz, a remnant organization from the Soviet era, filled many of the gaps in the new Russian Federation`s special forces needs. The Russian military, Federal Security Service and the Ministry of the Interior all have Spetsnaz units assigned to them.
Despite themselves being special forces on paper, they did not serve the same purpose that most Western special forces groups did.
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Super-terrorism: A Security Outlook
Super-terrorism is the utilisation of chemical, biological, radiological or nuclear (CBRN) material for calculated, unlawful attacks against civilians and infrastructure for political aims. As global terrorist violence grows again, concerns about violent extremist organisations (VEOs) acquiring such CBRN material also rise. A “super-terrorist” attack results in casualties above and beyond any comparable terrorist attack. It would also cause wide-scale ecological, political, and infrastructural damage.
1. Threat Assessment
The use of the term super-terrorism originates from the administration of United States President Bill Clinton between 1993 and 2001 . However, studies show that the use of CBRN in terror attacks occurred as far back as the 1970s. These attacks made up 0.3% of all terrorist attacks in decades since . As a result, super-terrorist attacks are a “high-risk, low frequency” contingency to plan for.
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Super-terrorism: A Security Outlook
Super-terrorism is the utilisation of chemical, biological, radiological or nuclear (CBRN) material for calculated, unlawful attacks against civilians and infrastructure for political aims. As global terrorist violence grows again, concerns about violent extremist organisations (VEOs) acquiring such CBRN material also rise. A “super-terrorist” attack results in casualties above and beyond any comparable terrorist attack. It would also cause wide-scale ecological, political, and infrastructural damage.
1. Threat Assessment
The use of the term super-terrorism originates from the administration of United States President Bill Clinton between 1993 and 2001 . However, studies show that the use of CBRN in terror attacks occurred as far back as the 1970s. These attacks made up 0.3% of all terrorist attacks in decades since . As a result, super-terrorist attacks are a “high-risk, low frequency” contingency to plan for.
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Swedish 🇸🇪 National Task Force officers during an exercise. Swedish tactical police units are increasingly dealing with heavier armed gangs.
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Swedish 🇸🇪 National Task Force officers during an exercise. Swedish tactical police units are increasingly dealing with heavier armed gangs.
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Air Capabilities of the Taliban: A Geospatial Analysis
When the Taliban overran the last government held positions, the bulk of the Afghan Air Force departed for Tajikistan. After the fall of Kabul, the United States likewise left an inordinate amount of military hardware. A good amount of that hardware included rotor-wing assets. Attention has now turned towards whether or not the Taliban are capable of fielding offensive air assets.
By utilizing geospatial intelligence sources, we are able to confidently say that the Taliban has a limited yet present ability to conduct offensive air operations against adversary entities such as ISKP or the Iranian military. However, despite current limitations, we do not rule out the possibility that the Taliban will actively attempt to build out and develop these capabilities in the next 12 months.
Key Judgment-1: It is likely that the Taliban will field offensive air assets against ISKP militants, thereby limiting the scope of the ISKP insurgency in the next 12 months.
Key Judgment-2: It is likely that the Taliban will actively develop and maintain existing commercial aviation infrastructure and future combat air capabilities in order to leverage these capabilities against Iran and Pakistan in the next 12 months.
Key Judgment-3: It is likely that the Taliban will exploit Afghanistan`s natural terrain in order to establish stronger anti-air and offensive missile capabilities in the next 12 months.
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Air Capabilities of the Taliban: A Geospatial Analysis
When the Taliban overran the last government held positions, the bulk of the Afghan Air Force departed for Tajikistan. After the fall of Kabul, the United States likewise left an inordinate amount of military hardware. A good amount of that hardware included rotor-wing assets. Attention has now turned towards whether or not the Taliban are capable of fielding offensive air assets.
By utilizing geospatial intelligence sources, we are able to confidently say that the Taliban has a limited yet present ability to conduct offensive air operations against adversary entities such as ISKP or the Iranian military. However, despite current limitations, we do not rule out the possibility that the Taliban will actively attempt to build out and develop these capabilities in the next 12 months.
Key Judgment-1: It is likely that the Taliban will field offensive air assets against ISKP militants, thereby limiting the scope of the ISKP insurgency in the next 12 months.
Key Judgment-2: It is likely that the Taliban will actively develop and maintain existing commercial aviation infrastructure and future combat air capabilities in order to leverage these capabilities against Iran and Pakistan in the next 12 months.
Key Judgment-3: It is likely that the Taliban will exploit Afghanistan`s natural terrain in order to establish stronger anti-air and offensive missile capabilities in the next 12 months.
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Kommando Spezialkräfte Marine (KSM): Germany’s Elite Combat Swimmers
1.0 Introduction
The Kampfschwimmer (meaning ‘combat swimmer’ in German) is a special operative unit of the German Navy. They are an elite group of highly trained military personnel who specialize in underwater operations and maritime counterterrorism. Officially known as the Kommando Spezialkräfte Marine (KSM), the Kampfschwimmer form the maritime component part of the Bundeswehr special forces. They undergo rigorous training in various kinds of combat and are equipped with specialized weapons and equipment for underwater operations. Their training includes advanced swimming and diving techniques, as well as marksmanship and hand-to-hand combat.
2.0 Motto, Symbols, Patches
2.1 Motto
The KSM motto: "Lerne leiden, ohne zu klagen!" translates to "Learn to suffer without complaining!" in English. This motto encapsulates the spirit and mindset required of special forces personnel, emphasizing endurance, resilience, and mental toughness.
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Kommando Spezialkräfte Marine (KSM): Germany’s Elite Combat Swimmers
1.0 Introduction
The Kampfschwimmer (meaning ‘combat swimmer’ in German) is a special operative unit of the German Navy. They are an elite group of highly trained military personnel who specialize in underwater operations and maritime counterterrorism. Officially known as the Kommando Spezialkräfte Marine (KSM), the Kampfschwimmer form the maritime component part of the Bundeswehr special forces. They undergo rigorous training in various kinds of combat and are equipped with specialized weapons and equipment for underwater operations. Their training includes advanced swimming and diving techniques, as well as marksmanship and hand-to-hand combat.
2.0 Motto, Symbols, Patches
2.1 Motto
The KSM motto: "Lerne leiden, ohne zu klagen!" translates to "Learn to suffer without complaining!" in English. This motto encapsulates the spirit and mindset required of special forces personnel, emphasizing endurance, resilience, and mental toughness.
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China Strategic Ambitions in Morocco: An Analysis
Morocco has quickly taken on a pivotal role in North Africa. China has identified the value of Morocco from a diplomatic, economic, and security perspective and has therefore decided to expand its influence within the country. The country and region has also acted as a battle for influence between the United States and China. The stakes are rising as tensions between the two world powers deteriorate.
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China Strategic Ambitions in Morocco: An Analysis
Morocco has quickly taken on a pivotal role in North Africa. China has identified the value of Morocco from a diplomatic, economic, and security perspective and has therefore decided to expand its influence within the country. The country and region has also acted as a battle for influence between the United States and China. The stakes are rising as tensions between the two world powers deteriorate.
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There’s no school like the old school they say. Well old school GSG9 officers showing their skills.
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There’s no school like the old school they say. Well old school GSG9 officers showing their skills.
We have an article on this illustrious unit on the website and available via the link in bio.
#GSG9 #police #counterstrike #specialforces #specialoperations
French Recherche, Assistance, Intervention, Dissuasion (RAID) officers assisting during the unrest in France 🇫🇷 a couple of months ago.
RAID is the national police counterpart of the GIGN which is a gendarmerie unit. Both organisations are focussed on counterterrorism. While RAID can also assist in riots.
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French Recherche, Assistance, Intervention, Dissuasion (RAID) officers assisting during the unrest in France 🇫🇷 a couple of months ago.
RAID is the national police counterpart of the GIGN which is a gendarmerie unit. Both organisations are focussed on counterterrorism. While RAID can also assist in riots.
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FSB Alpha Group: Russia`s Elite A Team
1.0 Introduction
Alpha Group is a Russian special forces unit which is part of the Russian Federal Security Service’s (FSB) Special Purpose Center. It is one of Russia’s most well-equipped, combat-capable and secretive units. Naturally, this has led to the unit’s use in operations deemed of utmost importance to the Russian state.
2.0 Motto, Emblem And Patches
The FSB’s Alpha Group utilises unique mottos, emblems and patches to stand out from other Russian units. They include the following:
2.1 Motto
The motto of the FSB Alpha Group is probably ‘To win and return!’ written as ‘Победить и вернуться!’ in Russian. However, some Russian sources also indicate its motto to be ‘Победить и выжить, чтобы победить вновь’. This translates to ‘To win and return, to win again’ in English. (source) (source)
2.2 Emblem
FSB Alpha Group’s emblem unit patch is unique but shares some similarities to other Russian internal security units.
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FSB Alpha Group: Russia`s Elite A Team
1.0 Introduction
Alpha Group is a Russian special forces unit which is part of the Russian Federal Security Service’s (FSB) Special Purpose Center. It is one of Russia’s most well-equipped, combat-capable and secretive units. Naturally, this has led to the unit’s use in operations deemed of utmost importance to the Russian state.
2.0 Motto, Emblem And Patches
The FSB’s Alpha Group utilises unique mottos, emblems and patches to stand out from other Russian units. They include the following:
2.1 Motto
The motto of the FSB Alpha Group is probably ‘To win and return!’ written as ‘Победить и вернуться!’ in Russian. However, some Russian sources also indicate its motto to be ‘Победить и выжить, чтобы победить вновь’. This translates to ‘To win and return, to win again’ in English. (source) (source)
2.2 Emblem
FSB Alpha Group’s emblem unit patch is unique but shares some similarities to other Russian internal security units.
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