ARLINGTON, VA — The Irregular Warfare Center (IWC) announced the publication of the first edition of its flagship journal, PRISM: The Journal of Complex Operations , Sept. 15, 2025. The journal, Vol. 11, No. 1, 2025, marks the inaugural issue under the sole ownership of the IWC after its acquisition from the National Defense University.

Dedicated to advancing the theory and practice of irregular warfare (IW), hybrid threats, and complex statecraft, this peer-reviewed journal aims to provide a conduit between the IW community and a broader public audience. The acquisition fits the Center’s Congressional mandate to coordinate IW activities across the government and with allies.

In an interview, IWC Director Dr. Dennis Walters praised the Center’s relationship with the National Defense Un

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