| چکیده انگلیسی مقاله |
Background and objectives: Soft threat is of the category which is largely influenced by the deep understanding of law enforcement and security agencies of its nature, and their success in the implementation of the favorable missions and tasks. This study aimed to identify the nature of the soft threat with a disciplinary approach and a view to promoting public safety. Methodology: The research methodology in terms of the data is qualitative and of a content analysis type. In terms of its objective, this study is of an applied research type. The statistical population of the study included the expert professors in the field of national security and law enforcement. Using purposive method 10 individuals were selected. The data were gathered using in-depth interviews. The obtained data are based on the quotations of the respondents. Findings and results: In response to the survey questions, the socio-cultural, political, and economic dimensions, the strategic, intermediate, and tactical levels, the components of national identity, social cohesion, social capital, behavioral patterns, national interest, national preparedness, the ruling ideas, customs, lifestyle, attitude towards the rule, manners and social behavior, and eight prevention and tackle strategies were obtained. As a result, the readiness of the police to prevent and cope with soft threats requires predicting and identifying conditions of these threats, creating a common mental space between incumbents in other institutions and alert them and therefore to attempt to coordinate for taking effective measures. |