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The Evolving Context for Deterrence

The Evolving Context for Deterrence

This article, "The Evolving Context for Deterrence" by Prof. Stephen J. Cimbala and Dr. Adam Lowther was published in the Joint Airpower Competency Center journal, viewpoints edition 38.  Its main…
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Rethinking Aircraft Carriers

Rethinking Aircraft Carriers

When Americans think of aircraft carriers, they think of projection of force across the seas, particularly in regions where the United States does not have access to airfields. Many consider…
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China’s Growing Power and the Inevitable End of “No First Use”

China’s Growing Power and the Inevitable End of “No First Use”

China’s foreign ministry continues to call for the creation and ratification of a no first use treaty for the world’s nuclear weapons states. However, American officials rightfully question the motives…
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Artificial Intelligence for Nuclear Deterrence Strategy

Artificial Intelligence for Nuclear Deterrence Strategy

The document "Artificial Intelligence for Nuclear Deterrence Strategy 2023" outlines the Advanced Simulation and Computing (ASC) program's strategy to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) into the U.S.…
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Nuclear Challenges: Inhibition and Extended Deterrence

Nuclear Challenges: Inhibition and Extended Deterrence

An American grand strategy of inhibition, characterized by efforts to curtail the spread of independent nuclear weapons programs, has long been a cornerstone of American foreign policy. Rooted in the…
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Is Trump Right About Europe?

Is Trump Right About Europe?

Former President Donald Trump’s views on Europe are consistent. He has long criticized North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) member-states for their failure to spend the required 2 percent of gross…
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The Narrative of Nuclear Deterrence: Shaping Strategy in an Uncertain World

The Narrative of Nuclear Deterrence: Shaping Strategy in an Uncertain World

China’s nuclear breakout and Russia’s ongoing aggression leave many Western analysts uncertain as to what is in the mind of Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin. Nuclear deterrence remains the most…
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