The Future of Counterinsurgency: Contemporary Debates in Internal Security Strategy

This thought-provoking work analyzes the major debates surrounding counterinsurgency campaigns and uncovers the internal security problems derailing effective strategies for restoring stability.

• Examines the key factors that determine the use of "hard" versus "soft" operations
• Features assessments on how to measure counterinsurgency and internal security effectiveness
• Describes the major controversies surrounding counterinsurgency strategies and associated operations
• Analyzes the elements impacting successful internal security operations