Statecraft How to Stage a Coup
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Dec 11, 2024 Edward Luttwak, a renowned author and strategist, discusses wild experiences from his life, including interactions with global figures like Putin. He outlines modern coup mechanics and reflects on how he's contributed to a decline in such events. Delving into CIA recruitment challenges, Luttwak critiques current methods while drawing parallels with the Mossad. He also shares insights on military dynamics in Ukraine, China's demographic challenges, and the unexpected impacts of tourism on fragile ecosystems.
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Coups in the Digital Age
- Coups haven't fundamentally changed despite rapid information dissemination.
- They still rely on coordinating control of security apparatuses, media, and key figures.
The Handbook's Paradoxical Impact
- Luttwak theorizes his book Coup d'etat inadvertently reduced coup attempts.
- Authorities "reverse-engineered" it, learning how to prevent coups.
The Moroccan Coup
- Edward Luttwak discusses the failed coup against King Hassan II of Morocco.
- General Ufkir, a loyalist, plotted the coup but was killed over Luttwak's book Coup d'etat.
