King's Security Studies

Can Iran's asymmetric tactics counter US-Israeli military power? Dr Marina Miron says Blitzkrieg operations fall short due to cost gap, Iran’s drones cost $20K, while the US and its allies spends $8M with two $4M Patriot missiles to intercept one. 🔗bit.ly/4sMSNEg

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Maj. Gen. Tim Cross CBE (retd.) will talk about lessons for leaders of the future after reflecting on his experiences in conflict zones such as Bosnia, Kosovo and Iraq. 🗓️ 30 March | 🕕 18:00-19:00 |📍Strand Campus 🔗ow.ly/gGEg50YvZGK

Who will fill the void in Iran’s diplomacy? Dr Andreas Krieg warns that Ali Larijani’s death is a major blow to diplomacy. His successor lacks the networks, while radicals stand ready to act in the Gulf or the Strait of Hormuz. 🔗bit.ly/4cZQOIh #Iran #AliLarijani #US

Discover how intelligence shapes global decision-making 🌍 The Strategic Intelligence programme at King’s explores how data, analysis, and insight inform policy and security. 🗓️ Apply by 20 April 2026 🔗 Find out more: ow.ly/ptkE50YvJOe

TMR: This panel brings together practitioners and scholars shaping the future of war documentation—from building archives in conflict zones to using digital evidence for #justice. 🗓️ 19 Mar | 🕕 18:00-19:30 | 📍Strand Campus 🔗 bit.ly/3PaclUq #Archive #WarCrimes #Ukraine

@DrJadeMcGlynn outlines how industry has collapsed and private business hollowed out, with jobs increasingly tied to the occupation structures. Despite Moscow’s talk of “reintegration,” the regions remain heavily reliant on Russian state subsidies. Read: bit.ly/471rXjk

Tehran has “played a bad hand successfully,” says War Studies Professor Peter Neumann (@PeterRNeumann) in The Guardian. Crucially, he notes that regime change appears unlikely in the short term: “The regime seems weak but stable.” Read in full: bit.ly/4sKKoBb

What if removing leaders makes violence worse? Dr Raul Zepeda Gil (@rgzepeda) analyses the killing of cartel leader “El Mencho” in Mexico and argues that targeting 'kingpins' can reorganise violent markets — but rarely eliminates them. Read: bit.ly/3N6c5FH

As Wagner expands its activity across Africa, serious allegations of abuse follow — yet accountability remains elusive. In Defence in Depth, @oluwaseyi_mike & @chrispkinsey argue that the “mercenary” label is no longer fit for purpose. Read: bit.ly/4cOfgw7

Will the war be over by May? Prof Michael Clarke says “yes”, with Trump likely to declare victory and withdraw. But if the conflict lasts another 6–8 weeks, the economic damage could escalate. He also argues Trump is unlikely to use nuclear weapons. 🔗bit.ly/4rydjax

Can pop culture be weaponised in war? Dr Lukasz Olejnik warns that using pop culture and AI disinformation in propaganda are serious strategies to capture attention and blur the line between entertainment and reality.  🔗bit.ly/46WqTNL #Lego #GTA #US #Iran

In @MiddleEastEye, @DrRGeistPinfold and @Dr_DaniaThafer examine three “day after” scenarios in Iran — from decapitation to prolonged conflict or collapse — and why GCC states fear instability most. Read: bit.ly/4b75dkt

Why are Gulf states showing restraint over an Iran war? High political and economic costs keep Gulf states from direct involvement. Dr Andreas Krieg says they are rethinking but not abandoning the #US partnership, with no substitute in Russia or China. 🔗bit.ly/4b5LilZ

🎙️ Episode 2 of #TheHelsinkiBrief with Dr @Paul_McGarr and Hannamiina Tanninen from SUPO (@Suojelupoliisi) explores intelligence culture in Finland. ☁️ bit.ly/3Pu8zp6 🟢 bit.ly/46SK4YP 🍎 bit.ly/46NUrNy ▶️ bit.ly/4snl8kZ

How did the Falklands War reshape the future of Northern Ireland? Prof Michael Kerr argues it deepened mistrust and ended hopes of an “agreed Ireland,” leaving the Anglo-Irish Agreement as only a limited framework for consultation and security cooperation. bit.ly/4sJ4Sum

Why Kharg Island matters in the Iran–US tensions? Dr Andreas Krieg says “a strike on Kharg Island could have huge strategic and economic impact. 🔗bit.ly/3P0WUOw #Iran #US

Could tensions in the Strait of Hormuz force a US rethink? Dr Rob Geist Pinfold argues Iran may be shifting away from gradual escalation towards a strategy aimed at raising the economic and strategic costs for the US. 🔗bit.ly/3Nsipr0 #Iran #US #Trump

This panel discussion marks the launch of Building NHS Resilience to Ransomware: Central Oversight and Shared Capability, a new white paper from the KCL Cyber Security Research Group, supported by Halcyon. 🗓️ 31 Mar | 🕠 17:30-19:00 |📍Strand 🔗 bit.ly/4liDpNe #NHS

What could the #US strategy in #Iran look like? Dr Andreas Krieg says the US could pursue negotiations if Iran makes sufficient concessions on missiles, nuclear limits, and regional behaviour - allowing #Trump to claim success. 🔗bit.ly/4lnUQfJ #nuclear #missile