Antiterrorism

Learning Topics Introduction Identifying and selecting targets Regions Levels Vigilance Don’t be a target Responding and reporting Detection Hostage survival

Introduction In many of the Ports that the U.S. Navy visits, terrorism is active and a real part of the society Constant vigilance and seriousness needs to be maintained in order to effectively combat these threats

How Terrorists Identify and Select Targets Location: locations frequented by Americans Association: American tourists Personnel associated with the U.S. military Opportunity: Terrorists look for “soft targets”

Level I Themes

Anticipate Always ask yourself these questions: Are there any terrorist groups in my area? Are they violent? Do they attack Americans? How active are they? How sophisticated are they? How do they operate-are they predictable? Will the local population warn Americans? What tactics, weapons, and types of attacks do they use?

Normal Terrorist Profile The face of terrorism is difficult to determine, as there is no longer any specified profile that can be easily identifiable.

Don’t be a target Overcome routines Vary routes and times to and from work Exercise on different routes/times and don't exercise alone Vary times/places for shopping, lunch, and other appointments Enter/exit buildings through different doors Don't divulge family/personal info to strangers Be prepared for unexpected events

Don’t be a target (continued) Maintain a low profile Dress/behave in public consistent with local customs. Avoid wearing western attire, clothing with U.S. flags, logos, etc. No U.S. related stickers, decals, logos on luggage, briefcases, shopping bags, etc. Unless necessary, don't wear uniform or military items in public Shun publicity Show respect for local customs Don't flash large sums of money, expensive jewelry, or luxury items

Detecting Surveillance Make sure that no one is following you Vary your routines and routes Remain vigilant Look for things that are out of place and there for long periods of time Timely detection is the main way to thwart terrorist plots

Travel Traveling By Air Airlines and routes Do not fly routes with stops in high threat areas Check-in Seat Selection Skyjacking Release/Rescue Foot Traffic Vary your route and times of travel Stay alert to what is happening around you Avoid areas that are hostile Walk facing traffic Maintain a cautious attitude, cross intersections with groups, stop with your back against a wall Know what you are going to do if you have a crisis Traveling By Car Make your self a "hard" target Vary your routes and times of travel Know location of safe areas Everyone in the car should be alert to what is happening around them

Hostage Survival The Lie You Want to Believe for Survival If someone will threaten violence, they are a violent person

Conclusion Maintain constant vigilance Be aware of the area you are in and the current treats in that area Look for things that seem out of place

Resources Global Security my/accp/it0468/lsn2.htm Antiterrorism and Force Protection ror/Intro.htm Army’s Antiterrorism Enterprise Portal &REALMOID=06-56ac77cd-98b b &REALMOID=06-56ac77cd-98b b6- (AKO account required)