Commentary
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Mar- 2025 -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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Jan- 2025 -28 January
Elon Musk’s Influence Has No Place in Pentagon Appointments
Elon Musk’s growing influence in the Trump administration, particularly in defense policy and key appointments, raises major national security concerns.
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23 January
Can the Military Afford Pete Hegseth’s Toxic Leadership on Sexual Violence?
Pete Hegseth as the Secretary of the US Department of Defense would spell disaster for the US armed forces overall, but especially for the progress made in addressing military sexual assault.
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16 January
Has the Marine Corps Lost Its Edge?
The Marine Corps' shift under Generals Berger and Smith toward countering China has weakened its traditional rapid-response capabilities.
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Dec- 2024 -11 December
Evolving Artillery Needs: What Ukraine’s Frontline Reveals About Modern Indirect Fires
The Ukraine war highlights the importance of evolving artillery systems to balance resilience, efficiency, and sustainability over cutting-edge complexity.
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Nov- 2024 -25 November
Stretching Moscow Thin: Ukraine’s Global Strategy Against Russia
Ukraine has expanded the conflict with Russia beyond its borders to strategically target Russian assets and influence in regions like Africa and the Middle East.
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