Military & Security

In all but name, the Ukraine War is over—and further NATO expansion is likely over, too. Only time will tell if Russia is content with this resolution. The Trump administration has made it clear: they are negotiating an end of the seemingly interminable Ukraine War without Ukrainian inputs. …

Without a reformed Palestinian Authority presence in Gaza, Hamas will continue to rule the Strip. Last month’s ceasefire was a crucial step toward the release of dozens of hostages held by Hamas and a permanent end to the war in Gaza, which has thus far killed an estimated …

The “Iron Dome for America” proposal creates an enormous chance to think differently while the United States adapts its culture and processes to the strategic landscape it faces today.  The United States is under relentless daily attack in the cyber domain and information space.  At the same time, …

In a landmark development poised to redefine geopolitical dynamics in South Asia, U.S. President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have unveiled an ambitious defence collaboration plan. Central to this initiative is the proposed sale of advanced F-35 stealth fighter jets to India, signalling a significant …

China’s investigations into the EU and Canada show its readiness to use economic tools in response to trade restrictions or foreign policy actions. These actions highlight the connection between trade and diplomacy in shaping international ties. In response to President Trump’s 10% tariffs on Chinese imports, China’s Ministry …

The improvement of relations between Iran and Arab countries amid the complex crises of the Middle East represents a significant development that could propel the region toward greater cooperation and de-escalation of tensions. This shift, largely grounded in political realism and shared interests, marks a crucial step toward …

In a press conference with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to “finish the job” against Iran with the support of President Trump. Ever since his rise to power in the late 1990s, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has worked toward a …

Donald J. Trump was inaugurated on January 20, 2025, thus assuming the presidency for his second and final term. The world that awaited President Trump in 2025 is vastly different from the world he strode into as president in 2017. China and Russia are now in a partnership …

The White House should appoint some senior overseer, probably housed within the National Security Council, with the authority to manage all U.S. government endeavors relating to maritime strategy. “I am not my predecessor” is not a policy. Not a terribly good one, anyway. And yet newcomers to office …