Lessons Unlearnt: The Persistent Intelligence Failures Since 9/11 The tragic events of September 11, 2001, starkly exposed the failures of intelligence gathering and strategic planning that can have devastating consequences.
In the aftermath of the attacks, numerous investigations and reforms aimed to address these shortcomings, but it's clear that many lessons remain unlearnt.
One striking aspect of the post 9/11 era is the tendency for intelligence agencies to prioritize politics over prudence. The example of MI6's involvement in the run up to the Iraq War illustrates this phenomenon.