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Taking the War to Hezbollah: What It Might, and Might Not, Achieve
Israel must learn from its 2006 war with Hezbollah to achieve its strategic objectives in this round of fighting. -
What Type of Leader Will Hezbollah Have Next?
Hezbollah may go back to its beginnings after the death of Hassan Nasrallah. -
The Kids Are Not Alright
Aspiring terrorists are getting younger and younger. There isn’t a simple policy answer for it. -
Extremist Ideology Is Hard to Pin Down
Many extremists—including Trump’s would-be assassins—adhere to ideologies that defy easy definitions. -
The Counterterrorism-as-Influence Competition in Africa
Russia is gaining new partners in Africa, but is it really a loss to the United States? -
Election Violence Is Already in Full Swing
The two attempted assassinations targeting Trump are part of a much broader trend targeting candidates for office. -
Trump Can’t Withdraw From NATO, but He Could “Quiet Quit”
Not participating in NATO would undermine the alliance—and U.S. foreign policy -
Israel, Gaza, and Iran’s “Ring of Fire”
What will Iran's coordination with its "Axis of Resistance" look like after the war in Gaza? -
Green Lights and Red Lines: Responding to Iran’s Election Hacking
The United States should set a precedent that deters more attacks on U.S. electoral campaigns. -
J.D. Vance and the Model of the Modern Vice Presidency
Vance offers little experience and few connections to support Trump in a second term, but it doesn’t seem like Trump wants a vice president anyway. -
Learning from Islamic State-Khorasan Province’s Recent Plots
The organization's plans show a clear pattern. Policymakers should take note. -
What Will the End of the U.S. Foreign Policy Consensus Mean for the World?
Allies and adversaries will take note if U.S. foreign policy swings wildly from one administration to the next.
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