Category: <span>In-depth analysis</span>

18 September 2019
By ifiadvisory2
In-depth analysis

Saudi Arabia: potential impact of the Abqaia and Khurais attacks

The 14 September attack – the most serious one since the beginning of Saudi intervention in Yemen – entails a risk of a further escalation between Iran and Saudi Arabia, with repercussions for security in the entire Middle East. Complete the form to receive the analysis by e-mail:

Related TagsHouthi Iran Saudi Arabia US Yemen

11 September 2019
By ifiadvisory2
In-depth analysis

The evolution of al Qaeda, 18 years after the 11 September attacks

Eighteen years after the 11 September attacks, the original core leadership of al Qaeda has almost been completely neutralised. However, international events, particularly insurrections and conflicts in North Africa and the Middle East, have enabled the organization to reorganise and present itself with a different face that, in part, has also changed the perception of […]

Related TagsAl Qaeda Islamic State terrorism USA

Venezuela: analysis and crisis scenario

On 30 April 2019, opposition leader and self-proclaimed President of Venezuela Juan Guaidó released a video calling on the population and the army to oust socialist leader Nicolas Maduro. Guaidó, surrounded by at least 100 soldiers loyal to him, appeared alongside Leopoldo López, a leading opposition member who had just been freed from house arrest […]

8 February 2019
By Umberto Saccone
In-depth analysis

Beyond security: the role of communication in crisis management

Timely, transparent and honest communication is a key but often underestimated factor in the event of a crisis. The article compares two events where two different models of communication were applied: the Deepwater Horizon oil rig disaster and the 9/11 tragedy.

Related TagsSecurity Governance

8 February 2019
By Umberto Saccone
In-depth analysis

The regulatory changes in risk governance and the duty of care towards travelling staff

The recent regulatory innovations and related interpretation by the relevant bodies unequivocally provide for the Employer’s obligation to protect travelling staff.