Daniel Byman Knihy

Focusing on the intricate dynamics of humanitarian interventions, this book analyzes the U.S. Air Force's role in complex contingency operations beyond disaster relief, such as protecting refugees and restoring civil order. It highlights the need for improved coordination between military forces and relief agencies, particularly with European allies. The study identifies barriers to cooperation and offers recommendations, including enhancing military understanding of relief organizations and involving them in planning processes to better address future crises.

This study examines how terrorist groups transition to insurgencies and identifies ways to combat proto-insurgents. It describes the steps groups must take to gain the size and capabilities of insurgencies, the role of outside state support, and actions governments can take to prevent potential insurgencies from blossoming. The most effective U.S. counterinsurgency action would be to anticipate the possibility of insurgencies developing; it could then provide training and advisory programs and inhibit outsides support.

Only the optimal combination of multiple strategies, implemented in the proper sequence, will ensure success.

A sharp and concise overview of Al Qaeda, from its humble origins in the mountains of Afghanistan to the present, explaining its perseverance and adaptation since 9/11 and the limits of U.S. and allied counterterrorism efforts

Examining the dynamics of external support for insurgent movements since the Cold War, this book highlights the critical roles played by states, diasporas, refugees, and non-state actors. It explores how traditional state backing—through safe havens, financial aid, and military assistance—has evolved, revealing that non-state support is increasingly significant. The analysis provides insights into the changing landscape of insurgency support and its implications for the effectiveness of guerrilla movements in contemporary conflicts.

Road Warriors is a history of the modern foreign-fighter jihadist movement, detailing the lives and struggles of foreigners who left their homes to wage jihad in another country. This book shows how governments have tried to fight the group and assesses what worked and what needs to be done.

Spreading Hate offers a history of the modern white power movement, describing key moments in its evolution since the end of World War Two. Daniel Byman focuses particular attention on how the threat has changed in recent decades, examining how social media is changing the threat, the weaknesses of the groups, and how counterterrorism has shaped the movement as a whole. Each chapter uses an example, such as the Christchurch mosque shooter Brenton Tarrant or the British white hate band Skrewdriver, as a way of introducing broader analytic themes

Daniel Byman's book explores state-sponsored terrorism, focusing on Iran, Syria, and other Middle Eastern and South Asian nations. It analyzes the types of support provided by these states, their motivations, and the consequences. The book also discusses the challenges of detaching sponsors from terrorist groups and proposes potential solutions.

The book delves into the complex interplay of religion, nationalism, ethnicity, economics, and geopolitics that shape Iran's security policy. It analyzes key security institutions and decision-making processes while assessing Iran's international relations, highlighting Iraq as a primary threat and Afghanistan as an emerging concern. The report notes Iran's pragmatic approach towards its neighbors, fostering ties with Syria, Pakistan, and Russia, while attempting to reduce regional tensions. However, its stance towards Israel and the United States remains contentious.