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Deterrence

Hypersonic Horizons: The Next Generation of Air Superiority

Hypersonic Horizons: The Next Generation of Air Superiority

The development of hypersonic technology is poised to redefine the landscape of military airpower. Hypersonic vehicles, capable of reaching speeds greater than Mach 5, offer unprecedented speed and agility, making…
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The Political Economy of Security

The Political Economy of Security

As Americans enter an era of unprecedented technological innovation and global instability, the question of how to secure the nation’s future looms large. While discussions around deterrence often focus on…
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Why a Joint US-Pakistan Counterterrorism Task Force Is Necessary

Why a Joint US-Pakistan Counterterrorism Task Force Is Necessary

For more than 70 years, the world has avoided nuclear war. However, the nuclear order is changing dramatically. Pakistan’s growing nuclear capabilities and ties to terrorist groups present an especially dangerous…
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Maintaining America’s First-Use Policy

Maintaining America’s First-Use Policy

As the 2024 presidential election looms, the future of American national security policy, particularly its nuclear posture, is under scrutiny. Whether Donald Trump reclaims the White House or Vice President…
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NATO’s Defense Math Does Not Add Up

NATO’s Defense Math Does Not Add Up

The United States is by far the largest contributor to North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) operations. According to NATO estimates published in June 2024, the United States will spend $967.7 billion on defense in…
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The Emerging Nuclear Scenario

The Emerging Nuclear Scenario

The Russia-North Korea mutual security pact, Moscow’s unceasing nuclear threats, Russia’s global nuclear power sales drive, Iran’s race for nuclear weapons, and China’s “breathtaking” nuclear expansion, are the stuff of…
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Lockheed Skunk Works KC-Z: Extending the Range of Deterrence

Lockheed Skunk Works KC-Z: Extending the Range of Deterrence

The United States Air Force (USAF) is expanding the integration of stealth technology beyond fighters and bombers to encompass aerial refueling. Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works proposed design for the Next-Generation…
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Unveiling the Future: The Convergence of AI and Strategic Intelligence Operations

Unveiling the Future: The Convergence of AI and Strategic Intelligence Operations

The intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies and strategic intelligence operations represents a pivotal frontier in the security landscape. Rapid advancements in AI, machine learning (ML), and data analytics will…
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Iran’s Quest for Middle East Hegemony

Iran’s Quest for Middle East Hegemony

Since the Islamist Revolution (1979) Iran’s strategic intent experienced little change—drive the United States out of the Middle East. The Iranian regime aims at establishing dominance in Iraq, Syria, Lebanon,…
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The Super Bowl of Deterrence: The Ultimate Showdown in Strategic Overmatch

The Super Bowl of Deterrence: The Ultimate Showdown in Strategic Overmatch

In the realm of global security, imagine a contest not on the grassy fields of a stadium but on the vast chessboard of international relations. This is the Super Bowl…
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