A History of Damage Limitation in U.S. Nuclear War Planning
The concept of nuclear damage limitation dates back to the early 1960s. Robert McNamara, Secretary of Defense…
The Revolt of the Admirals: The Perspective of the General Board
This article has been adapted from Chapter 9 of the author's larger work on the General Board, America's First…
Washington’s Rationale for Ignoring Iranian Civil Unrest is Inexcusable
This August is the 66th anniversary of the 1953 ouster of Iranian Prime Minister Mohammad Mosaddegh. Hardliners and…
Ending Kashmir’s autonomy will mean wide-ranging implications for India
India believes its move to repeal Article 370 will ensure security in Indian-administered Kashmir.
There is a…
Britain’s Changing Security Perceptions
The United Kingdom's national security challenges are amplifying by the day.
Existing security measures and…
Don’t Buy the Hype on Russia in Africa
In Africa, Russia seeks more friends, more money, and more influence to offset U.S.-imposed economic isolation,…
Is India’s Influence in Afghanistan Declining?
Following the conclusion of the eighth round of peace talks between the U.S. and the Taliban in Doha, Qatar, a…
International Law and U.S. Foreign Policy Under the Trump…
Since the inauguration of Donald J. Trump as the 45th President of the United States of America, his administration…
The Return of the Arab Spring
The ouster of Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir on April 11 failed to satisfy the demands of millions of Sudanese…
Engagement with Cuba is the Key to Greater U.S. Influence in Latin…
Ever since the presidency of Woodrow Wilson, U.S. foreign policy towards Central and South America has been geared…
Renewed Tensions Between the Philippines and China in the South China…
Three days before the 121st Independence Day of the Philippines—June 12th, 2019—a Chinese-flagged vessel rammed a…
A Game as Old as Empire: The Return of Proxy Wars in Afghanistan
History is repeating itself in Afghanistan.
Proxy wars and great power politics have returned to Afghanistan.…