The Black Banners Declassified

Discover 'The Black Banners Declassified', an essential read for those interested in counter-terrorism, national security, and the intricacies of America's War on Terror. This compelling book recounts Ali Soufan's firsthand experiences as the FBI's lead investigator into al-Qaeda, shedding light on the critical issues surrounding intelligence, interrogation, and the consequences of counter-terror operations. Newly declassified information reveals shocking insights into the use of torture on terror suspects, and how these controversial methods compromised vital intelligence. With a new foreword by Soufan, this updated edition presents a unique perspective on the struggles faced by American and British leaders during this tumultuous decade. Readers will gain a profound understanding of the operations that shaped our world, as Soufan narrates his innovative techniques, utilizing empathy and smart questioning instead of coercion to extract essential confessions. 'The Black Banners Declassified' is not just a story of espionage; it's a critical examination of morality, ethics, and the effectiveness of traditional interrogation methods in the fight against global terrorism. Ideal for students, researchers, or anyone fascinated by intelligence operations, this book is a must-have for your collection. Enjoy FREE shipping and delve into this groundbreaking narrative that redefines our understanding of the War on Terror.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141997131
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2021
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 640


Description:
The ultimate insider's account of the battle against terrorism, Ali Soufan's revelatory account of his history-making decade as the FBI's lead investigator into al-Qaeda shaped our understanding of counter-terror operations - and led to hard questions being asked of American and British leaders.

When The Black Banners was first published in 2011, significant portions of the text were redacted. After a CIA review those restrictions have been lifted, and the result is this explosive new edition, The Black Banners (Declassified). Alongside a new foreword by Soufan, the declassified documents uncover shocking details on the use of torture on terror suspects, how these 'enhanced interrogation techniques' failed to secure reliable intelligence, and in fact actively derailed the fight against al-Qaeda. By contrast we see Soufan at work using empathy and intelligent questioning - not force or violence - to extract some of the most important confessions in the war.

Taking us from the interrogation rooms where Soufan would share food and films with the suspects so he could bond with them, to the hideouts of bin Laden, Ali Soufan reveals with intimate, first-hand knowledge the unbelievable truth about America's security agencies, 9/11, and the global 'War on Terror'.


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