Intelligence Officer Training For Network-Centered Warfare In Ukraine And The United States: A Personal Insight

By MAJ Anton Maksymov, Ukrainian Army

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In this article, Major Anton Maksymov offers a compelling firsthand account of the evolution of military intelligence amidst the backdrop of Russia's ongoing invasion of Ukraine. Through personal anecdotes and sharp observations, he highlights how the rapid integration technologies—such as UAVs and AI—has transformed the battlefield, rendering traditional training methods obsolete. Maksymov's insights not only reveal the stark realities faced by modern military professionals but also challenge us to adapt our training for a future where the chaos of war is increasingly dictated by intelligence and technology. This thought-provoking examination invites readers to reconsider the very nature of warfare in an age of rapid innovation and adaptation.

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Redefining Open-Source Intelligence: Building a Professionalized, Independent, Discipline

In this article, Dr. Jeffrey Mader explores the urgent need to transform open-source intelligence (OSINT) into a recognized and specialized field within the intelligence community. With the growth of publicly available information, he argues that OSINT should no longer be relegated to a secondary role but must be treated as a professional discipline akin to human intelligence.

By Dr. Jeffrey A. Mader

Text: Intelligence at the Point of Arrival: 66th Military Intelligence Brigade-Theater Reception, Staging, Onward Movement, and Integration Operations in Europe by Lieutenant Colonel Joe Henderson Image: Collage; D-Day landing and modern Europe operations.

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Intelligence at the Point of Arrival: 66th Military Intelligence Brigade‑Theater Reception, Staging, Onward Movement, and Integration Operations in Europe

Strengthening U.S. and allied readiness in Europe through coordinated RSOI planning, advanced intelligence training, cloud‑based data platforms, and enduring multinational partnerships that ensure deploying forces arrive fully prepared for immediate operational effectiveness.

By LTC Joe Henderson

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Partner Perspectives: Strengthening Doctrine Through Collaboration and Professional Writing

A ROK Army liaison officer at USAICoE argues that professional military writing — energized by the Harding Project — is a strategic advantage, urging soldiers of all ranks to share field experience to close the persistent gap between doctrine and operational reality.

By LTC Jiwon Kang, Korean Liaison officer to USAICoe, Republic of Korea Army

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Always Out Front: Intelligence Support to the Rear Area

1st Armored Division intelligence teams synchronize rear area operations during Warfighter Exercise 25-01, establishing battle rhythm events, a rear area intelligence cell, and clear roles across the RCP, MEB, and DSB to build a common intelligence picture.

By Major Joseph Marchand and Captain Tommy Milton