Insider: Short of War

How Irregular Forces Exploit Commercial Pathways for Advanced Weapons


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In this episode, we explore how irregular forces bypass traditional arms controls to acquire advanced military capabilities. Through the lens of the Libyan conflict, we unpack the commercial pathways—joint ventures, software unbundling, and integration hubs—that enable proxy forces to field precision drone strikes while state sponsors maintain deniability. Tune in to understand why intelligence and policy frameworks must adapt to this new reality of irregular warfare. Read the full article at the Irregular Warfare Initiative.

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