Strategic Intelligence
Explore strategic intelligence insights and expert analysis on global events, geopolitical shifts, and emerging risks. Our concise summaries help security professionals, analysts, and decision makers understand complex developments and anticipate future trends.
New York Governor Orders Removal of Palestinian Studies Job, Sparking Free Speech Debate
Governor Kathy Hochul’s removal of a Palestinian Studies job posting at CUNY has ignited controversy over academic freedom and political influence in higher education.
As Ramadan Approaches, So Does the Threat of Mass Violence and Terrorism
As Ramadan approaches, heightened security measures are being implemented globally to prevent extremist groups from exploiting religious tensions and inciting violence.
Bosnia on Edge as Serb Leader Dodik Sentenced to Jail for Defying Peace Envoy
Milorad Dodik, leader of Republika Srpska, has been sentenced to one year in jail and banned from public office for six years after defying Bosnia’s High Representative. His conviction has sparked political turmoil, with Dodik vowing resistance and international reactions split between condemnation and support. The ruling marks a critical moment for Bosnia’s fragile post-war governance, as ethnic divisions and separatist tensions rise.
Africa in Conflict: ISIS-Affiliated Militants Behead 70 Christians in DRC
ISIS-affiliated militants executed 70 Christians in the DRC as violence against religious minorities intensifies. The attack coincides with the rapid territorial expansion of the M23 rebel group and increasing jihadist activity across Africa. Despite the severity of these developments, the global response remains largely muted.
U.S.-Russia Peace Talks Face Major Hurdles as Intelligence Suggests Putin Has No Intentions of Ending War
Despite U.S.-Russia peace talks in Saudi Arabia, intelligence reports suggest Putin is not serious about ending the war, raising fears that a rushed deal could embolden Moscow and sideline Ukraine.
Active Club England: The Far-Right Network Preparing for Violent Action
Active Club England has evolved into Britain’s most dangerous far-right network, using fitness training to recruit and radicalize members while secretly discussing weapons training, land acquisition, and plans for future violent action.
What Is Strategic Intelligence?
Strategic intelligence is the analysis of information to support long-term understanding and decision-making. It focuses on identifying trends, patterns, and emerging developments that shape future risk environments rather than reacting to isolated events.
Unlike tactical or operational intelligence, strategic intelligence provides broader context, helping decision-makers assess how evolving conditions may influence security, policy, or organizational outcomes over time.
At Semper Incolumem, strategic intelligence is grounded in disciplined open-source analysis, with an emphasis on verification, relevance, and context.
Strategic Intelligence vs. Intel Reports
Semper Incolumem publishes two distinct types of intelligence content, each serving a different purpose.
Strategic Intelligence consists of long-form analysis focused on trends and emerging patterns. These pieces examine broader movements over time and are intended to support long-term understanding. Strategic Intelligence summaries are publicly available on Semper Incolumem.
Intel Reports, available to subscribers, focus on specific or time-sensitive developments such as verified claims, arrests, or calls for action. These reports surface critical information quickly and accurately as events unfold.
Example:
Strategic Intelligence
ISIS Activity in the Sahel Increasing as Northwest African Countries Turn Away from Western Assistance
Intel Report
ISIS Claims Responsibility for Attack That Killed 50 in the Sahel
Subscribers receive access to Intel Reports alongside broader platform capabilities.
Why Strategic Intelligence Matters
Strategic intelligence:
Anticipates Change: Helps leaders identify shifts in markets, politics, or security environments before they unfold.
Supports Better Decisions: Connects complex external signals with organizational objectives to guide long-term strategy.
Mitigates Risk: Improves readiness for threats and uncertainties by highlighting emerging vulnerabilities and trends.
Whether applied in national defense, corporate strategy, or risk analysis, strategic intelligence turns information into foresight.
How We Deliver Strategic Intelligence
Our strategic intelligence summaries are produced through the Semper Incolumem intelligence platform, which:
Monitors global open-source data in near real time
Filters noise to surface events with strategic relevance
Provides concise, objective summaries designed for rapid consumption
Each summary is intended to give readers the context needed to assess potential impact without unnecessary speculation or commentary.
Stay Informed with Strategic Intelligence
Receive strategic intelligence summaries and subscriber-only Intel Reports directly from Semper Incolumem.

