The New Front Line: Hybrid Warfare and the Threat to NATO's Critical Infrastructure

Modern conflict is changing.

Today, an attack may begin not with missiles or tanks, but with a cyber attack, damaged undersea cables, GPS interference or the sabotage of vital infrastructure. Increasingly, hostile states are seeking to weaken their opponents while remaining below the threshold of open war.

How does hybrid warfare work?

Why has critical infrastructure become a strategic target? And how should democratic societies respond when responsibility for an attack cannot easily be proven?

In the latest Battleplan Podcast, we examine one of the most important security challenges facing NATO today. You'll explore the concepts of hybrid warfare, resilience, deterrence and attribution while developing the advanced military vocabulary needed for STANAG 6001 Level 3.

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Below you'll find the worksheet, answer key and full podcast script to accompany this episode.

Hybrid warfare Worksheet.pdf

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Hybrid WarfareAnswerkey .pdf

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Hybrid Warfare Script.pdf

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Whether you're preparing for the STANAG 6001 examination or simply interested in contemporary defence and security issues, this material provides an engaging way to improve both your English and your understanding of one of today's most significant strategic challenges.