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Non-Lethal Weapons Could Help Israel and the US in Future Urban Combat
Hamas’ practice of holding hostages in hospitals and schools has highlighted the need for Israel and other Western militaries to develop advanced non-lethal weapons.
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A Relatively Inexpensive Way to Help Ukraine
The US should help Ukraine develop asymmetrical approaches to warfare, specifically by leveraging technology such as the Reconnaissance, Surveillance, and Target Acquisition Grid.
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When Marines Reach Their ‘Sell By’ Date
The US Marine Corps' shift from traditional combat roles to a focus on technology and data represents a significant cultural change that may affect recruitment and leadership dynamics.
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Why We Can’t Beat the Houthis
The US has lost control of the Red Sea due to its reliance on remote warfare tactics, like missiles and drones, which are ineffective against opponents who hide among civilians.
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How to Ruin the Marine Corps
Force Design 2030 transformed the US Marine Corps from a worldwide force in readiness to a service primarily aimed at deterring fighting a war against China in the South China Sea.
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Forget China, We Can’t Even Beat the Houthis
Striking Houthi missile and drone launch sites seems like a relatively bloodless way to wage war but it is increasingly ineffective.
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Does the Marine Corps Need Course Correction? Congress Wants to Know
Force Design 2030 needs a comprehensive evaluation to determine whether the Marine Corps is headed in the right direction.
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Lessons the US Marine Corps Should Learn From Gaza and Ukraine
The elimination of the Marine Corps tank force and reduction in infantry battalions have left the service ill-prepared for conflicts like those in Ukraine or Gaza.
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How to End the US Marine Corps’ Intellectual Civil War
An independent organization must evaluate the US Marine Corps’ strategic plan, Force Design 2030, to help resolve internal strife about its effectiveness.
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Sinophobia Can Be a Dangerous Disease for the Marine Corps
Policymakers need to ask themselves whether it is wise to allow the US Marine Corps to concentrate on a Sino-American conflict -- a threat that may be more myth than reality.
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