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.
U.S. Airstrikes on Yemen Escalate Conflict with Houthis
The U.S. has launched airstrikes against the Houthis in Yemen following attacks on international shipping, leading to a major Houthi retaliation and increasing the risk of broader regional conflict involving Iran.
China’s Expanding Influence in Africa’s Port Development and Geopolitical Competition
China’s expanding port development in Africa is reshaping global power dynamics, raising concerns over economic leverage, military expansion, and Africa’s strategic sovereignty amid intensifying U.S.-China competition.
Rodrigo Duterte Arrested and Flown to The Hague to Face Crimes Against Humanity Charges
Rodrigo Duterte, former Philippine president, has been arrested and extradited to The Hague to face ICC charges of crimes against humanity, marking a historic step in international justice and a political earthquake in the Philippines.
South Sudan on the Brink as Political Tensions and Violence Escalate
South Sudan is on the verge of renewed war as escalating clashes, political arrests, and external interventions threaten to collapse the fragile 2018 peace deal and plunge the country back into widespread violence.
Iran Rejects Trump’s Offer for Nuclear Negotiations, Calling It “A Deception”
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei rejected Trump’s offer for nuclear negotiations, calling it a deception, as tensions between the two nations escalate over sanctions and military threats.
North Korea Unveils Nuclear-Powered Submarine, Raising Security Concerns
North Korea has unveiled a nuclear-powered submarine capable of carrying nuclear-capable missiles, raising concerns over regional security and fueling speculation that Russia may have assisted Pyongyang in developing the advanced technology.
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. As the complexity of publicly available information grows, understanding the challenges facing modern OSINT helps clarify the limitations and demands of disciplined open-source analysis.
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.
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