The rise of the ‘leadership first’ strike — and why it’s so important in warfare

AI Briefing

• – The 'leadership first' strike, where the goal is to neutralize an enemy commander, is a growing strategy in modern warfare.
• – This approach has been used by forces such as the US military and the Israeli Defense Forces with success, allowing them to maintain momentum and disrupt enemy operations.
• – The 'leadership first' strike has become a key component of asymmetric warfare, where non-state actors and small units can still inflict significant damage on larger, more conventional forces.