… Look for indicators based on the principle of mass. The enemy can be expected to conduct deception operations. However, deception operations are normally conducted as inexpensively as possible, attempting to deceive us with the least…

…By identifying the key elements of a problem, applying theory enables an analyst to sort through a mass of less significant detail. Applying theory enables the analyst to see beyond transient developments, to recognize which trends…

…Insurgents, terrorists, and other IW actors rarely mass in sufficient numbers to fight battles. However, IW can occur in conjunction with large-scale traditional operations as well. Large-scale combat operations associated with traditional warfare typically…

…Examples might include leadership targets that must be handled sensitively due to potential political repercussions, targets located in areas with a high risk of collateral civilian damage, or weapons of mass destruction (WMD) facilities, where improper…

…Examples include leadership targets that should be handled with sensitivity due to potential political and/or diplomatic repercussions; targets located in areas with a high risk of collateral damage; and weapons of mass destruction (WMD) facilities…

…Examples might be things like a weapons of mass destruction (WMD)-capable combat vessel that was just detected approaching the joint force, a sought-after enemy national leader whose location was just identified; an enemy aircraft…

…It requires designating and then, if necessary, shifting the main effort and applying the principles of mass and economy of force. (a) At the strategic level, deploying units to and positioning units within an operational area…

…For additional guidance on CBRN defense, refer to JP 3-11, Operations in Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Environments, and JP 3-40, Combating Weapons of Mass Destruction. (6) Antiterrorism programs support force protection by…

…For additional details, see JP 3-40, Combating Weapons of Mass Destruction. 6. Joint Warfare Analysis Center. JWAC provides the JS, combatant commands, JFCs, and other DOD and non-DOD agencies with precision targeting and deterrent…

…13 For additional information on operating in CBRN environments, see AFDP 3-40, Counter-Weapons of Mass Destruction Operations, and JP 3-11, Operations in Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Environments.