Editorial Board
Proxies and Partners Kickoff Event with GEN (Ret.) Votel
The "IWI Partners and Proxies Special Project Kickoff Event" held on May 10, 2023, featured an insightful discussion on the complexities of working with proxies and partners in irregular warfare. The event commenced with an introduction of the keynote speakers: General Joseph Votel, a retired U.S. Army
IWI Fireside Chat with LTG (Ret.) Ken Tovo
On March 5, 2024, the Irregular Warfare Initiative (IWI) Project Europe hosted a virtual Fireside Chat with LTG (Ret.) Ken Tovo. The event focused on European security issues, aiming to deter, defend, and enhance resilience against irregular and hybrid threats. The conversation began with an exploration of the historical evolution
IWI Fireside Chat with GEN David Petraeus
Join us for an insightful discussion on the transformation of warfare over the decades, led by GEN David Petraeus, as he delves into his latest book, "Conflict: The Evolution of Warfare from 1945 to Ukraine".
Proxy Warfare (Partnered with Combatting Terrorism Center)
The Irregular Warfare Initiative (IWI) and the Combating Terrorism Centre (CTC) at West Point, will host a two-part virtual panel discussion on Proxy Warfare and its application in the Russia-Ukraine conflict on 6 Oct, 1700-1900EST. The first panel will be moderated by Dr. Sara Plana, and will include LTG(r)
On Resistance (Partnered with the National Defense University & the Special Warfare Center and School)
he Irregular Warfare Initiative, the National Defense University, and the Special Warfare Center and School present: On Resistance. Addressing the historic background and merit of resistance operations for the current and future operational environment. Featuring: Major General Patrick Roberson - Commander, Special Warfare Center and School Dr. James D. Kiras
IWI and ESOC Conference: Fireside Chat (Partnered with Princeton’s Empirical Studies of Conflict)
IWI aims to bridge the gap between scholars, practitioners, and policymakers to support the community of irregular warfare professionals. Panelists for this discussion include: General (ret) David Petraeus Ambassador Ryan Crocker Moderator: Dr. Steve Biddle
The Competitive Landscape and Implications for Irregular Warfare (Partnered with Combatting Terrorism Center)
Guests: General Richard Clarke (USSOCOM Commander) Dr. Barbara Elias (Bowdoin College) Don Rassler (West Point Combating Terrorism Center) The participants discussed the role of irregular warfare today and in the future.
Bridging the gap between irregular warfare scholars, practitioners, and policymakers.