Space Force Needs a Strategic Plan
Big changes are coming to America’s space forces.
Publication Spotlight
Why African Leaders Are Beginning to Speak Out Against Russia
Russia’s military manpower shortage has led it to entice over 1,400 people from across the African continent to fight in Ukraine.
An Early Blueprint Of America’s New War
America's newest military campaign in the Middle East is now in its second week.
What to Watch for Next in the Iran War
The United States has proved its military superiority over Iran. Whether it can secure Iran’s enriched uranium, protect the Gulf states, and encourage popular protests is a different story.
Digital Iron Curtain: How Chinese Jamming Tech Is Killing Iran’s Starlink Lifeline In 2026
As the Islamic Republic weathers U.S. and Israeli missile strikes on its infrastructure and the killing of key political figures, China remains on the sidelines, offering words and technical expertise rather than arms to its closest partner in the Middle East.
Through Iran, Trump Is Testing The Authoritarian Axis
Ever since the Trump administration returned to office last year, a major foreign policy debate has raged inside the Washington Beltway.
The Dollars And Cents Of Military Action Against Iran
Are we headed toward a new war with Iran? The possibility looks increasingly likely.
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Space Policy Initiative
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