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International rivalries can draw powerful states into local political disputes—sometimes with disastrous consequences—but the United States and China can avoid the mistakes of the Cold War.
The current national security horizon of the United States is dominated by the immense storm cloud of the Russian-Ukrainian War. Hovering behind it are other
The new National Defense Strategy calls for working closely with partners and allies, but the convoluted and slow disclosure process makes cooperation difficult.
Despite setbacks on the battlefield, Russia's mercenaries will remain an important instrument of the Kremlin's foreign policy.
From the commentary: No method, however, is foolproof. Drone strikes are here to stay, but U.S. policymakers responsible for implementing them must be cognizant of the risks. Hitting every terrorist group in Africa and the Middle East is simply not an option; the priority should be on organizations that have both the capability and intent of attacking the U.S.