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Recent Acts of Sabotage in Russia and Eurasia
Sabotage has played a significant role in conflicts throughout history. In the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, it has become a crucial tactic. Attacks on infrastructure, military targets, and logistics networks disrupt Russian operations. These acts slow down troop movements, delay supplies, and create uncertainty. Recent reports reveal a pattern of increasing sabotage inside…
Student-Led Protests in Serbia: A Case Study in Resistance Mobilization
The streets of Serbia have erupted in student-led protests after a tragic train disaster. Accusations of government corruption have fueled public outrage, turning grief into organized resistance. In both Belgrade and Novi Sad, demonstrators have blocked roads and bridges, demanding accountability. Many argue the tragedy was preventable and the result of systemic graft. The disaster…
OSS Simple Sabotage Manual: A Guide to Covert Disruption
During World War II, the Office of Strategic Services (OSS), the precursor to the CIA, developed the Simple Sabotage Field Manual to equip resistance fighters and civilians with covert methods to undermine enemy operations. Declassified decades later, the manual remains a fascinating blueprint for guerrilla tactics, corporate subversion, and low-intensity warfare. This article explores its…
Martin Luther King Jr. and the Civil Rights Movement
More Than Morality—A Strategy for Change The American Civil Rights Movement of the 1950s and 1960s remains one of the clearest examples of how organized, non-violent resistance can shift the course of history. Led by Martin Luther King Jr., the movement combined moral courage with sharp tactical awareness. It didn’t just speak truth to power—it…
January 1991 Events in Lithuania: A Historical Reflection
On January 13, 1991, the world witnessed a pivotal moment in the Baltic States’ fight for independence from the Soviet Union. In Lithuania, this struggle culminated in the Soviet military’s brutal attempt to suppress the burgeoning independence movement. Known as the January Events, these acts of violence left 14 civilians dead and hundreds injured. This…
Recent Developments in Guerrilla Warfare: A Global Perspective
In recent months, guerrilla warfare has shaped conflicts worldwide, highlighting its adaptability and resilience amid shifting political and military landscapes. From peace negotiations to the evolution of tactics on the battlefield, here are the most significant developments related to guerrilla warfare worldwide. Colombia: A Mixed Path of Negotiation and Renewed Violence Colombia remains a focal…
Georgian Protest Movements
Georgian protest activity has increased, increasingly drawing attention as a symbol of civic engagement and resilience. In recent years, the country of Georgia has evolved into a focal point for civic unrest and protest movements, with citizens repeatedly taking to the streets to demand meaningful reforms, greater accountability, and a renewed commitment to democratic values.…
Applying International Law to Resistance and Irregular Combatants
International Humanitarian Law (IHL)—commonly referred to as the law of armed conflict—establishes the rules that balance military necessity with humanitarian protection. These legal frameworks bind both state and non-state actors, including resistance movements and irregular combatants. Yet, the application of IHL in modern conflicts is increasingly complex, particularly when addressing proportionality, targeting, and legal accountability…
