The World and Trump 2.0
EXPERT INTERVIEWS – Over the past two and a half months, as the U.S. has upended long-standing policies and assumptions about America’s role in the […] More
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Abrupt Changes at the top of the National Security Agency Risk Destabilization
EXCLUSIVE CIPHER BRIEF REPORTING — The Cipher Brief was the first to report on Thursday in the weekly Dead Drop column that Director of the […] More
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Trump’s Tariffs Have National Security Implications Too
EXPERT INTERVIEWS — President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs have spared no nations, slammed several longtime allies, and sent global markets into a tailspin. They will likely […] More
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‘Tragedy and scandal’: West Point graduate slams Trump for shrugging off soldiers’ deaths
When news broke of the leaked Signal group chat detailing an impending strike against Houthi rebels in Yemen, critics called for heads to roll for potentially putting U.S. service members at risk. But instead of expressing concern over soldiers who co…
6th BIMSTEC Summit To Convene In Bangkok On April 4, Focusing On Trade, Security, Regional Cooperation
The 6th BIMSTEC Summit is scheduled to take place on April 4, 2025, in Bangkok, Thailand, under the theme "Prosperous, Resilient, and Open BIMSTEC." This marks the first in-person BIMSTEC summit since 2018 and follows the virtual 5th Summit held in Colombo in 2022. The event will be preceded by meetings of Senior Officials on April 2 and Foreign Ministers on April 3.Key objectives of the summit
Podcast: The Complexities of Ukraine’s Nuclear Legacy
In this episode, Christine and Natalie engage with Dr. Mariana Budjeryn, a nuclear historian, to discuss her book ‘Inheriting the Bomb’ and the complexities surrounding Ukraine’s nuclear disarmament. They explore the historical context of Ukraine’s nuclear arsenal, the narratives surrounding its disarmament, and the implications of security assurances from major powers. Mariana shares her personal […]
Podcast: The Complexities of Ukraine’s Nuclear Legacy was originally published on Global Security Review.
Is the U.S. Military Ready for Tomorrow’s Wars?
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW — One of the most profound impacts of the war in Ukraine has less to do with the frontlines and diplomatic negotiations, and […] More
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The Signal ‘Disaster,’ and Ensuring It Doesn’t Happen Again
BOTTOM LINE UP FRONT — When the heads of the intelligence community (IC) came to Capitol Hill Tuesday to present the Annual Threat Assessment, they were […] More
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Intel Chiefs Detail Top Threats – and Get a Grilling Over Signal Leak
SPECIAL REPORT – The U.S. Intelligence Community’s (IC) annual assessment of threats facing the U.S. puts narcotics trafficking at the top of the list – […] More
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India’s Defence Under Pressure: Internal Threats, Procurement Delays & The Starlink Challenge
India’s national security faces a multitude of critical challenges, particularly from both external adversaries and internal dynamics. The armed forces are increasingly under threat from their own countrymen, as evidenced by a surge in attacks on military personnel and facilities. This troubling trend highlights not only the vulnerabilities within the security apparatus but also the growing