Travel Intelligence: Enhancing Counterterrorism and National Security

Authors

  • Anastasios-Nikolaos KANELLOPOULOS Athens University of Economics and Business, Greece
  • Dimitrios STAVROPOULOS Department of Informatics and Telematics, Harokopio University of Athens, Greece

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53477/2284-9378-24-05

Keywords:

Travel Intelligence, TRAVINT, Counterterrorism, National Security, Hezbollah, Hamas.

Abstract

In the contemporary landscape of global security challenges, addressing the intricate dynamics of Counterterrorism and National Security is paramount. This paper emphasizes the pivotal role of Travel Intelligence (TRAVINT) in enhancing Counterterrorism (CT) strategy and improving security measures.
Eventually, through a comparative analysis between theoretical frameworks and practical applications, supplemented by case studies of Hezbollah and Hamas, the study examines the significance of TRAVINT, in proactively identifying and preventing potential Terrorism and National Security.

Author Biography

Anastasios-Nikolaos KANELLOPOULOS, Athens University of Economics and Business, Greece

Dimitrios Stavropoulos holds a Master in IT Systems in Business Administration from Harokopio University of Athens, a Bachelor in Physics from EKPA University of Athens and a Bachelor in Public Security from Hellenic Police Academy (Officers’ Faculty). In addition, he is a certified Forensic Analyst from the Hellenic Ministry of Citizen Protection.

His research interests include exploiting intelligence from multiple flows, creation trends and
patterns.Anastasios-Nikolaos Kanellopoulos is a PhD candidate of the Athens University of Economics and Business, holds a Master in International Relations, Strategy and Security from the University of Neapolis Pafos in Cyprus, a Bachelor in Business Administration from the Athens University of Economics and Business and a Bachelor in Public Security from Hellenic Police Academy. In addition, he is a certified Security Risk Analyst from
FRONTEX and the Hellenic Ministry of Citizen Protection. His research interests include Competitive Intelligence and Counterintelligence frameworks application in modern Business environment

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2024-04-08

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KANELLOPOULOS, A.-N. ., & STAVROPOULOS, D. (2024). Travel Intelligence: Enhancing Counterterrorism and National Security. BULLETIN OF "CAROL I" NATIONAL DEFENCE UNIVERSITY, 13(1), 80–93. https://doi.org/10.53477/2284-9378-24-05

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