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Ministry of Public Security- Israel. January 2006.
- This website of the Israel Ministry of Public Security (MOPS) contains information on Israel's Public Security and has information regarding the Ministry, Police, the Prison Service; and articles about Public Security, R&D, Terrorism and more.
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Security for Business and Private Citizens
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Reports
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China Naval Modernization: Implications for U.S. Navy Capabilities. June 2007.
- “Concern has grown in Congress and elsewhere about China's military modernization. The topic is an increasing factor in discussions over future required U.S. Navy capabilities. The issue for Congress addressed in this report is: How should China's military modernization be factored into decisions about U.S. Navy programs? Certain options are available for improving U.S. Navy capabilities by 2010; additional options, particularly in shipbuilding, can improve U.S. Navy capabilities in subsequent years."
Source: Congressional Research Service (CRS), United States (All by Source). Report Number: RL33153.
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National Security :
National Strategies
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Defense Roles, Missions, and Requirements: Testimony of Andrew F. Krepinevich before the Committee on Armed Services, U.S House of Representatives, June 20, 2007. June 2007.
- Andrew F. Krepinevich describes his testimony: “My testimony focuses on how we might best restructure the US military in light of circumstances in which we now find ourselves that are very different from those which existed less than a decade ago. Now the US military finds itself entering a new era, again characterized by major changes in the geopolitical environment, rapid advances in military technology, new security challenges, and the prospect that the rapid rise in resources for defense that has characterized much of this decade is coming to an end."
Source: Committee on Armed Services, U.S. House (All by Source).
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Information Security/Technology :
Military Issues :
National Security
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Intelligence Issues for Congress. June 2007.
- "To address the challenges facing the U.S. Intelligence Community in the 21st century, congressional and executive branch initiatives have sought to improve coordination among the different agencies and to encourage better analysis. In December 2004, the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act (P.L. 108-458) was signed, providing for a Director of National Intelligence (DNI) with substantial authorities to manage the national intelligence effort. The legislation also established a separate Director of the Central Intelligence Agency."
Source: Congressional Research Service (CRS), United States (All by Source). Report Number: RL33539.
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Domestic Legislation
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Military Operations: Actions Needed to Improve DoD's Stability Operations Approach and Enhance Interagency Planning. May 2007.
- “GAO was asked to address (1) DOD's approach to enhance stability operations capabilities, and challenges that have emerged in implementing its approach; (2) DOD planning for stability operations and the extent of interagency involvement; and (3) the extent to which DOD is applying lessons learned in future plans. To address these issues, GAO assessed DOD policy and planning documents, reviewed planning efforts at three combatant commands, and evaluated DOD's use of lessons learned. GAO is also conducting a related study of the Department of State's efforts to lead and coordinate stability operations."
Source: Government Accountability Office (All by Source | Source Website). Report Number: GAO-07-549.
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Information Sharing and Analysis :
Lessons Learned :
Military Issues
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Gauging U.S.-Indian Strategic Cooperation. February 2007.
- "India has not signed the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty (NPT) and refuses to open all of its nuclear facilities to international inspections, it is not yet eligible to import controlled nuclear goods from the United States or any other of the 44 members of the Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG). To change this, the NSG must agree by consensus to make an exception for India. It is unclear how this might work. China (an NSG member) has offered nuclear cooperation to India, but has argued that any exception for India should be framed in such a way also to allow nuclear transfers to Pakistan as well. Several NSG members, including Sweden, also seem uncomfortable approving civilian nuclear cooperation unless India does more to restrain its nuclear weapons program."
Source: Strategic Studies Institute, U.S. Army War College (All by Source | Source Website).
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Nuclear Terrorism, Weapons, Security and Defense
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Electronic Surveillance Modernization Act, as Passed by the House of Representatives. January 2007.
- "The Electronic Surveillance Modernization Act, H.R. 5825, 109th Congress, was one of a number of bills introduced in the Senate and the House of Representatives addressing various aspects of the [Terrorist Surveillance Program] and a variety of approaches to electronic surveillance of terrorists and those affiliated with them. This bill was designed to enhance flexibility in electronic surveillance to acquire foreign intelligence information, while requiring increased reporting and congressional oversight of these activities. The measure was introduced on July 18, 2006, and passed the House on September 28, 2006. This report summarizes the bill as passed by the House and analyzes the potential impact of its provisions were they to become law."
Source: Congressional Research Service (CRS), United States (All by Source).
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Homeland Security :
Intelligence and Intelligence Sharing :
Legal Material :
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Homeland Security: Progress Has Been Made to Address the Vulnerabilities Exposed by 911. January 2007.
- "The report discusses how: (1) commercial aviation security has been enhanced; (2) visa-related policies and programs have evolved to help screen out potential terrorists; (3) federal border security initiatives have evolved to reduce the likelihood of terrorists entering the country through legal checkpoints; and (4) the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and other agencies are addressing several major post-9/11 strategic challenges. The report reflects conclusions and recommendations from a body of work issued before and after 9/11 by GAO, the Inspectors General of DHS, State, and Justice, the 9/11 Commission, and others."
Source: Government Accountability Office (All by Source | Source Website). Report Number: GAO-07-375.
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Aviation Security :
Border Security :
Domestic Legislation :
Homeland Security :
National Security :
National Strategies :
Presidential Decision Directives :
September 11 :
State Homeland Security Plans and Agencies
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Treatment of "Battlefield Detainees" in the War on Terrorism. January 2007.
- "This report provides an overview of the law of war and the historical treatment of wartime detainees, in particular the U.S. practice; describes how the detainees' status might affect their rights and treatment; and summarizes activity of the 108th and 109th Congresses related to detention in connection with the war against terrorism. The report also summarizes legislative proposals in the 110th Congress,including H.R. 1 and H.R. 267."
Source: Congressional Research Service (CRS), United States (All by Source). Report Number: RL31367.
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International Tribunal Decisions
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Special Operations Forces (SOF) and CIA Paramilitary Operations: Issues for Congress. December 2006.
- "The 9/11 Commission Report recommended that responsibility for directing and executing paramilitary operations should be shifted from the CIA to the U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM). The President directed the Secretary of Defense and Director of Central Intelligence to review this recommendation and present their advice by mid-February 2005, but ultimately, they did not recommend a transfer of paramilitary responsibilities. This Report will briefly describe special operations conducted by DOD and paramilitary operations conducted by the CIA and discuss the background of the 9/11 Commission's recommendations."
Source: Congressional Research Service (CRS), United States (All by Source). Report Number: RS22017.
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Domestic Legislation :
National Strategies
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Homeland Security: Evolving Roles and Missions for United States Northern Command. November 2006.
- "In 2002, the Department of Defense (DOD) established United States Northern Command (NORTHCOM). Four years later, the organization continues to mature and adapt to evolving National Homeland Security Policy. Current issue areas for Congress include DOD reorganization, formalizing interagency processes and an increasing reliance on Reserve Component forces."
Source: Congressional Research Service (CRS), United States (All by Source). Report Number: RS21322.
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Communications including Interoperability :
Critical Infrastructure Protection :
Military Issues :
National Security
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Undisclosed U.S. Detention Sites Overseas: Background and Legal Issues. September 2006.
- "The arrest, transfer, detention, and treatment of persons are governed by a web of human rights treaties and, in some cases, treaties regulating the conduct of armed conflict (humanitarian law), as well as customary international law related to either category of law. In the context of the 'Global War on Terrorism' (GWOT), there are significant differences of opinion as to which legal regimes govern the arrest and
detention of suspected terrorists."
Source: Congressional Research Service (CRS), United States (All by Source). Report Number: RL33643.
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Military Issues
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Amendments to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, 1994-2006. July 2006.
- This report provides every amendment to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) from 1994 to July 19th, 2006.
Source: Congressional Research Service (CRS), United States (All by Source).
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Legal Material :
National Security
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Report on the Status of 9/11 Commission Recommendations: Part II: Reforming the Institutions of Government. October 2005.
- This report discusses the status of 9/11 Commission recommendations in the area of reforming the institutions of government.
Source: 9/11 Public Discourse Project (All by Source | Source Website).
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Homeland Security
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Fact Sheets
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Helpful Hints for School Emergency Management: Steps for Developing a School Emergency Management Plan. 2007.
- "Schools should collaborate closely with police,fire and emergency services personnel and community partners (e.g., public and mental health professionals) who can assist with the development of plans that address a wide range of crises. The following steps will help to guide schools and school districts in developing comprehensive, multihazard emergency management plans."
Source: Department of Education, United States (All by Source | Source Website).
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Advisory Panel to Assess Domestic Response Capabilities for Terrorism Involving Weapons of Mass Destruction :
Building Security :
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Thin Green Line: An Assessment of DoD's Readiness and Environmental Protection Initiative to Buffer Installation Encroachment. 2007.
- "This report documents the results of an assessment of the Department of Defense's Readiness and Environmental Protection Initiative, which was established to help military installations deal with encroachment caused by sprawl and environmental concerns. It presents the results of an analysis of the effectiveness (and, to a limited extent, efficiency) of the REPI program. This research was conducted between June and December of 2006. This research should interest those involved in installation testing and training, management, encroachment, conservation, and environmental protection. It should also be of interest to other federal agencies, state and local governments, and environmental and community organizations interested in land preservation, biodiversity, and sprawl."
Source: RAND (All by Source | Source Website).
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Advisory Panel to Assess Domestic Response Capabilities for Terrorism Involving Weapons of Mass Destruction
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U.S. Military Should Adopt Marketing Strategies to Reach Iraqi, Afghan Civilians. 2007.
- "U.S. force actions can set the conditions for credibility and help foster positive attitudes among an indigenous population, enabling effective and persuasive communication. Alternatively, they can undermine opportunities for success. The authors of this monograph review the challenges the U.S. faces in this regard, drawing on lessons from commercial marketing practices that may assist the U.S. military in its shaping endeavors. Study recommendations also include those influenced by the insights of U.S. military personnel based on their past operational experiences."
Source: RAND (All by Source | Source Website). Report Number: MG-607-JFCOM.
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Insurgency/Counterinsurgency :
Military Issues
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American Embassy London - Current Issue: Terrorism.
- General terrorism and Cyber-terrorism information, as well as information on the East African and Pan Am 103 bombings.
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Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms - U.S. Department of Justice.
- "ATF enforces the federal laws and regulations relating to alcohol, tobacco, firearms, explosives and arson by working directly and in cooperation with others to: Suppress and prevent crime and violence through enforcement, regulation, and community outreach; Ensure fair and proper revenue collection; Provide fair and effective industry regulation; Support and assist federal, state, local, and international law enforcement; Provide innovative training programs in support of criminal and regulatory enforcement functions."
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Bureau of Diplomatic Security.
- The U.S. Department of State offers up to $5 million for information preventing, frustrating, or favorable resolving acts of international terrorism against United States persons or property, or leading to the arrest or conviction of terrorist criminals responsible for such acts, those aiding or abetting in the commission of such acts, or those conspiring or attempting to commit such acts. The site contains specific information on the World Trade Center bombing, USS Cole bombing, Pam Am 103 bombing, the East African embassy bombings and other notorious acts of international terrorism. Information on wanted terrorists is provided as well as information on those brought to justice.
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