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Kevin W. Mangum Ari CicurelMarch 23, 2023

What Ukraine Teaches the US About Combat Helicopter Operations

The divergent results of Ukrainian and Russian helicopter operations are a reminder to value the US Army's unrivaled aviation capability.
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David L. PhillipsMarch 13, 2023

Putin’s Long Game in Ukraine

Putin is playing a long game in Ukraine, and a strong response from the US is needed to defend democracy, prevent global disorder, and support Ukraine.
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Sarmad IshfaqMarch 10, 2023

How Did a Crippled TTP Reemerge in Pakistan?

Due to mismanagement, short-sighted policies, miscalculations, and elements beyond its control, terrorism is once more on the ascent in Pakistan.
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Christopher GettelMarch 6, 2023

Putin’s Desperate Attempt to Control the Narrative Amid Military Failures

Putin's suspension of New START is a calculated but desperate move to control the narrative amid Russia's military failures in Ukraine.
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George LandrithFebruary 10, 2023

China’s Spy Balloon Is National Security Wake-Up Call for the US

As China is expanding its hegemonic activities, the United States must look to shore itself up both militarily and economically against the PRC.
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Barbara ComstockJanuary 31, 2023

Attacking Our Leading Tech Innovators for Political Gain Comes at Our Own Peril

America must wake up to the reality that technology is at its advantage and attacking leading tech innovators for political gain comes at its own peril.
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Christopher GettelJanuary 19, 2023

China Aims for Nuclear Parity: Should the US Be Worried?

It’s likely that before 2030 China will possess nuclear weapons and delivery systems nearly approximate to the US -- a worrying parity not seen since the Cold War.
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Gary AndersonJanuary 12, 2023

Sinophobia Can Be a Dangerous Disease for the Marine Corps

Policymakers need to ask themselves whether it is wise to allow the US Marine Corps to concentrate on a Sino-American conflict -- a threat that may be more myth than reality.
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Jeffrey H. FischerJanuary 9, 2023

Serbian President Vucic’s Gift to NATO and the West

Diplomatic discourse that strongly responds to Serbia while advancing Kosovo is worthy of effort, especially with existing regional security challenges in Ukraine.
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Gregory QuarlesDecember 28, 2022

The Importance of Layered Defense: Lessons Learned From Ukraine

The US needs to be prepared to counter future battlefields threats or risk losing the technological edge its military has held in the previous decades.

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