Commentary
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Apr- 2025 -17 April
Rearming Europe Means Rethinking How We Invest in Defense — Not Just How Much
Europe must not only spend more on defense but radically reform how it spends — prioritizing innovation, startups, and strategic collaboration to build sovereign capabilities fit for modern warfare.
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14 April
In the Red Sea, the US Is Sending a Message — But Is It Loud Enough?
The US must sustain pressure on the Houthis to restore maritime security, reassure regional allies, and counter the growing influence of China, Russia, and Iran.
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10 April
Who Truly Benefits From a New US-Iran Nukes Deal?
Any future nuclear deal with Iran risks empowering the ruling regime while ignoring human rights abuses, particularly against minorities.
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Mar- 2025 -25 March
When It Comes to China, the US Defense Industry Needs More Untethering
The US cannot effectively counter China’s influence or secure its national defense as long as its defense industry and critical industries remain entangled with Chinese suppliers.
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14 March
Operational Maneuver From the Sea: the Marine Corps’ Lost Opportunity
The US Marine Corps squandered a vital opportunity by sidelining the Operational Maneuver From the Sea at a time when the need for a flexible, expeditionary force is more critical than ever.
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4 March
Iran’s Retreat in Syria: Temporary Setback or Path to Resurgence?
The Iranian project in Syria will never regain the dominance it had under the Assad regime, but the US should not underestimate its continued influence in the country.
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Feb- 2025 -27 February
The New Space Race Is Here — And America Needs a Strategy
The US must develop a unified space strategy that blends NASA’s leadership with commercial innovation to maintain its global dominance and national security.
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25 February
Ukraine, Russia, and the West: Confronting Fear to Find a Path to Peace
Fear and ignorance, fueled by historical grievances, drive the Ukraine conflict, and only through dialogue and pragmatic compromises can peace be achieved.
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20 February
Beyond the Hype: What Defense Tech Startups Need to Prove Before Securing Investment
Despite investment opportunities in defense tech, success requires pragmatism — prioritizing real traction, tangible results, and navigating bureaucratic hurdles over hype.
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4 February
America’s Fight for Digital Security: Why Strong US Tech Infrastructure Is Critical
China’s cyberattacks and aggressive tech strategies are exposing vulnerabilities in US digital infrastructure, and Washington must take urgent action to fortify its “core tech” sector.
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