The thesis by Muhammad F. Shabbir examines hybrid warfare and its application in the context of Great Power Competition (GPC). It discusses how hybrid warfare, instead of using force, seeks to persuade populations using violent non-state actors (NSAs) and highlights the roles of groups such as Al-Qaida and ISIS. The research emphasizes that hybrid warfare facilitates terrorism, underscoring the need for a comprehensive approach to address both threats effectively.

The thesis by Muhammad F. Shabbir examines hybrid warfare and its application in the context of Great Power Competition (GPC). It discusses how hybrid warfare, instead of using force, seeks to persuade populations using violent non-state actors (NSAs) and highlights the roles of groups such as Al-Qaida and ISIS. The research emphasizes that hybrid warfare facilitates terrorism, underscoring the need for a comprehensive approach to address both threats effectively.