Commentary • Page 18 of 33 • The Defense Post

Jul- 2021 -

6 July

UN-recognized Libyan Government of National Accord (GNA) fighters clash with forces loyal to strongman Khalifa Haftar south of Tripoli on June 1, 2020.

Promoting Lasting Stability in Libya

The US can and must do more to promote lasting stability in Libya and the increasingly important Eastern Mediterranean more broadly.

Jun- 2021 -

25 June

Soldiers from Task Force Stalwart, which is compromised of Soldiers from 1st Battalion, 41st Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, pose for a group photo, March 28, 2018, in a post in the outskirts of Afghanistan.

Jordan Kelly

How America Must Restructure Its Conventional Force Policy

As current and future adversaries continue to threaten American leadership and security globally, the US must restructure its conventional forces.

18 June

Colin D. Robinson

Somalia Must Replace Its Military and Security Chiefs

To better help guarantee free and fair elections in Somalia, President Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed must replace at least some military and security chiefs.

7 June

An Israeli Iron Dome anti-rocket system, right, and an American Patriot missile defense system are shown during a joint U.S.-Israel military exercise on March 8, 2018.

Raymond V. Mason and Erielle Davidson

Why the US Should ‘Frontload’ Military Aid to Israel

As Iran and its proxies become more emboldened in their ambitions, the United States should strongly consider better assisting its allies in confronting Tehran and defending mutual security interests.

May- 2021 -

13 May

William J. Murphy

Lockheed Takeover Plan Jeopardizes US Ability to Counter Evolving Missile Threats

The US government should prohibit Lockheed Martin’s proposed acquisition of Aerojet Rocketdyne in the already highly-concentrated missile defense, propulsion, and hypersonic development market.

7 May

China's home-grown AG600, the world's largest amphibious aircraft in production, also known as 'Kunlong', is seen at Jinwan Airport in Zhuhai in China's southern Guangdong province on December 24, 2017

Tim Sheehy

To Counter China and Russia in the Pacific, US Must Restore Seaplane Capability

As the US increasingly focuses on countering Chinese and Russian influence across the Pacific, it must be equipped with a fully functional arsenal that includes versatile seaplanes.

Apr- 2021 -

9 April

Matthew C. Mai

America’s Dangerous Ukraine Delusion

US policy towards Ukraine and the Biden administration’s “unwavering support” for the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity could lead to another crisis.

1 April

Zachary J. Schroeder

Macron’s Battle Against Extremism Deserves American Support

The United States must wholeheartedly, and without reservation, voice support for French President Macron’s battle against Islamism, the intolerant political ideology that is antithetical to liberal values.

Mar- 2021 -

26 March

The Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS Missouri (SSN 780) departs Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard after completing a scheduled extended dry-docking selected restricted availability (EDSRA).

Robert McMahon

The Organic Defense Industrial Base Is Our Military ‘Offensive Line’

Congress and the current administration have a responsibility to the nation and our allies not only to procure the best weapon systems, but to effectively sustain them as well.

22 March