Tag "weapons"
Security
Technology and infrastructure
Emerging technologies: implications for CBRN terrorism
Emergent technologies are likely to have major implications with regards to chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) terrorism. While the CBRN overall threat level is still low, developments in technology could leverage its impact in the future.
Middle East/North Africa
Politics
Russia-Iran weapons sale a deal of mutual opportunity
The Kremlin’s decision last week to lift a ban on the sale of the S-300 air-defense missile system to Iran has sparked widespread political backlash from those who fear Iran’s growing
Middle East/North Africa
Security
Booming business for black market weapons dealers in Iraq and Syria
As war continues to rage in Iraq and Syria, the demand for guns and ammunition has skyrocketed. Weapons dealers have capitalized on rising prices and are making a hefty profit.