Defense Priorities

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Op-edHouthis, Middle East, Yemen

Trump is right to avoid a war with the Houthis

By Daniel DePetris

September 22, 2026

In the mediaGrand strategy, Drones

Beyond drones: Why technology cannot replace mass

Featuring Gil Barndollar

September 22, 2026

In the mediaChina, Asia, China‑Taiwan

AI, Trade, Taiwan—Here’s What To Expect From The Trump-Xi DC Summit: Expert

Featuring Lyle Goldstein

September 21, 2026

Op-edUS‑Israel‑Iran, Iran, Middle East

Iran is proving it can push America out of the Middle East

By Daniel DePetris

September 18, 2026

In the mediaChina, Asia

Could mystery Shanghai vessel be a mothership for China’s underwater drones?

September 18, 2026

In the mediaMiddle East

Iran war puts future U.S. military presence in Middle East in question

September 17, 2026