Within the domain of Security & Defense, iNNOV8 possesses a strategic advantage in effectively tackling the pressing challenges that shape the security environment in Iraq, the Middle East, and the broader region. Our research priorities are strategically aligned to effectively address the complexities of modern threats. Our research endeavors to establish new standards in national security by developing cutting-edge security strategies and defense mechanisms that address unconventional warfare, as well as formulating region-specific counterterrorism and counterinsurgency measures, with a strong focus on border security as a crucial element for maintaining regional stability. We aim to thoroughly examine civil-military relations to achieve equilibrium between military efficacy and democratic governance.