Iran Crosses the Red Line
The airstrike against Soleimani was a response to recent attacks on America’s embassy in Baghdad. Judge it accordingly.
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Trump Used the Options He Had in Syria
There was no reason to leave a few Special Forces in the middle of an armed conflict when, yes, Erdogan might be willing to risk war with the U.S.
New National Security Adviser Robert O’Brien Makes Promising Progress
O’Brien is implementing a promising reorganization of the NSC staff.
An Outstanding Choice for National Security Adviser
Robert O’Brien, Trump's NSA pick, was wisely chosen.
On Iran and Accepting Risk
No strategy, especially in the Middle East, is without a potential downside.
Biden’s Touching Behavior
Given the context, it’s fair to describe Biden’s persistently physical approach as creepy.
Say No to Defense Cuts
Without sufficient hard power, the use of sanctions and other tools could result in increased threats to the homeland.
A Sobering New Report on the State of Our Military
Our men and women in uniform remain the best in the world at what they do, but they desperately need help from appropriators in Congress.
Getting Ready for China
Chinese arms now dominate, albeit imperfectly, the East Asian strategic environment. It’s become their sphere of influence.
Chinese ‘Greenfield’ Investments Are a Threat More Than a Benefit
When a Chinese SOE builds a greenfield asset in the United States, there are usually other objects besides profit in view.