Destroyed militant tunnel networks can be reconstructed and reused by the same organizations to resume attacks or movement of fighters.
January 19, 2025
medium
temporal
General observation about the durability and rebuildability of underground militant infrastructure.
Demilitarizing a territory generally involves dismantling militant infrastructure such as tunnels and establishing alternative governance mechanisms to replace militant control.
January 19, 2025
medium
temporal
Describes common components of demilitarization and post-conflict governance plans.
Individuals detained for long periods in prison can acquire influence inside prison and subsequently emerge as leaders or decision-makers in militant organizations after their release.
January 01, 2025
medium
temporal
Analysts and historical cases have shown a recurring pattern in which long-imprisoned operatives gain organizational power while incarcerated and assume leadership roles after release.
Hamas and similar militant organizations that control territory can operate police forces or enforcement units to maintain order and assert control over civilians.
high
descriptive
General pattern of governance and control used by armed groups in territories they dominate.