Commentary
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Sep- 2020 -1 September
How to Combat the Iranian Drone Threat
To neutralize the Iranian drone threat, the US should pursue a strategy based on raising the costs of further attacks, investing in counter-drone technologies, and extending the UN arms embargo.
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Aug- 2020 -31 August
Is $138 Million for the CH-53K King Stallion Helicopter Justified?
As the US looks to maintain global military power, there needs to be a greater concentration of resources on emerging threats. Programs like the CH-53K seem too expensive for the fight that is to come.
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28 August
Why the Taliban Shouldn’t Sabotage the Chance for Peace and Reconciliation
The international community has extended an olive branch to the Taliban which should not be misunderstood as a sign of weakness or defeat.
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21 August
The US Needs to Meet China’s Grand Strategy With Its Own
China’s grand strategy is cementing the nation’s status as a great power, and the US’ lack of one is leaving it rudderless.
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18 August
No, AI and Big Data Are Not Going to Win the Next Great Power Competition
While the US was worried about cracking terrorist networks, the Chinese were speeding towards the very defenses required to put up a front against the predictable American military machine.
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14 August
Addressing Turkish Aggression in the Eastern Mediterranean
Without long-overdue leadership from Washington, Turkey’s aggression in the Eastern Mediterranean will deepen threats to US national security.
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4 August
Security Startups: Rethinking Security Sector Reform in the Sahel
The post-pandemic world, with states and institutions on edge, requires a new approach to security cooperation, especially in the Sahel.
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Jul- 2020 -31 July
Countdown to Israeli Action on Iran
The damage after mysterious explosions at Iran's nuclear facilities might turn back time on the country's 'break out' clock, but if not Israel might have to consider military action.
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30 July
How Yugoslavia’s Military-Grade Weapons Haunt Western Europe
It’s been almost 20 years since the Yugoslav Wars ended, but for Western Europe, the shadow of the wars continues to haunt with military-grade weapons that have found their way west.
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17 July
What Does Al-Qaeda Tell Us About The Base?
The rapid growth and vocal intensity of white, racially motivated violent extremist groups that prioritize and engage in domestic terrorism is troubling.
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