A Russian-Backed offensive to retake Idlib, the last big rebel-held stronghold in Syria, seemed imminent only a few days ago, has been put on hold by Russia and Turkey, which back opposing sides in the war.
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National Security Seminar- A Report
The United Service Institution of India (USI), conducted the National Security Seminar on the 24th of August, 2018 at Sri Guru Gobind Singh College of Commerce, University of Delhi.
Visit of National Defence College (NDC) Bangladesh Delegation to USI on 11 Sep 2018
A 23-member National Defence College (NDC) Bangladesh delegation visited USI on 11 Sep 2018. The Delegation was headed by Maj Gen SM Shafiuddin Ahmed.
Japan’s Outreach Continues
Subhasish writes, Japan, with its deep pockets, is quietly using international aid as an effective tool to foster goodwill, even while seeking to get out of the straightjacket of the post-War security mechanism. In recent years, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has been the primary driver for this transformation.
Australia’s Reset
Subhasish writes the discovery of the extent of Chinese influence in Australia’s internal affairs has sparked a rigorous debate within the nation and has forced a re-orientation in its security outlook.
Indian and Pakistani Independence Day Awards 2018
Lt Gen (Retd) Ghanshyam Katoch writes, in the 4th Generation War (4GW) genre of operations, which are predominant at present, intelligence is a war winning factor. Therefore, India needs to re-balance its priorities in conduct of intelligence operations.