Defense Priorities

Articles

In the mediaUS‑Israel‑Iran, Iran, Land power, Middle East, Military analysis

A Kharg Island military operation by U.S. troops would be a strategic blunder

Featuring Jennifer Kavanagh

March 21, 2026

In the mediaMilitary analysis, Cuba, Land power

A Trump order protected a weedkiller. And also a weapon of war

Featuring Jennifer Kavanagh

March 8, 2026

In the mediaUkraine‑Russia, Europe and Eurasia, Land power, Military analysis

Yes, Trump can end the Russia–Ukraine war

Featuring Jennifer Kavanagh

October 14, 2025

ExplainerMilitary analysis, Air power, Basing and force posture, Land power, Naval power

Aligning global military posture with U.S. interests

By Jennifer Kavanagh and Dan Caldwell

July 9, 2025

In the mediaChina, Air power, Asia, Balance of power, Global posture, Land power, Naval power

What does China’s military gain from operating 2 aircraft carriers in second island chain?

Featuring Lyle Goldstein

June 13, 2025

Op-edNorth Korea, Air power, Asia, Balance of power, Global posture, Land power, Naval power

Trump’s North Korea conundrum

By Daniel DePetris

June 12, 2025