Analysis argues Italy requires national cognitive security strategy against cognitive warfare threats (decode39.com)

• Cognitive warfare targets perception, emotions, and decision-making.
• Italy is vulnerable due to strategic position and social cohesion issues.
• Proposed strategy includes education, critical thinking, and cultural defense.

"An analysis by Luigi Sergio Germani on Decode39 calls for Italy to develop a national cognitive security strategy to counter cognitive warfare threats from authoritarian states, terrorist groups, and illiberal actors. The article highlights Italy's vulnerability due to its strategic position, social cohesion issues, and lack of security culture. Experts emphasize education, critical thinking, and cultural defense as key components."