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  • Bargaining for Justice: Ukraine, Gaza, and the Ethics of Conflict Termination | C. Anthony Pfaff

    By C. Anthony Pfaff

    As wars in Ukraine and Gaza continue with little end in sight, the sense of urgency to determine how they should end is increasing, given how the wars could end. A just war aims to establish a better state of peace, but a better state of peace may not always be achievable, and even when it is achievable, it may not be good enough. When that is the case, actors must determine on what terms to settle ...

  • Darrin L. Frye “Nanoweaponry and the Resolution Revolution: Making Danger Invisible”

    By Darrin L. Frye

    Darrin L. Frye “Nanoweaponry and the Resolution Revolution: Making Danger Invisible” In this episode, Dr. Darrin L. Frye, associate professor of science and technology and innovative futures at the Joint Special Operations University, discusses the profound implications of nanotechnology in modern warfare. He explores the concept of the “resolution revolution,” examining

  • Ukraine in NATO: Beyond the ‘Irreversible Path’ | Jorh R. Deni

    By John R. Deni, Elisabeth Nielsen

    Whether and how NATO might pull Ukraine closer attracted a great deal of attention at the 2024

  • The Role of America’s European Allies in the Russia-Ukraine War, 2022–24

    By John R. Deni, Lisa A. Aronsson

    What more can US allies in Europe do to assist Ukraine militarily? More broadly, what can the United States expect from its closest allies in Europe in strategic competition with Russia and China? In this monograph, John R. Deni and Lisa A. Aronsson assess whether US allies and partners in Europe can continue providing military assistance to Ukraine or expand assistance, while preserving their own national ...

  • The Growing Significance of China-Russia Defense Cooperation |
Brian G. Carlson

    By Brian G. Carlson

    Russian President Vladimir Putin’s two recent meetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping, especially his visit to Beijing in May, reinforced US and allied concerns about the China-Russia relationship, especially the two countries’ growing security cooperation. In recent months, US officials have increasingly called attention to the support that China is providing to Russia’s defense industry, which has helped Russia to ...

  • COL Thomas Spahr and Zach Kallenborn

    By COL Thomas Spahr, Zach Kallenborn

    In this episode, COL Thomas Spahr and Zach Kallenborn discuss technology and warfare and what practitioners and leaders can learn from America’s past wars and the Russia-Ukraine War.

  • Brazil’s Attempt to Control X: The Deterioration of the Liberal World Order

    By R. Evan Ellis

    Elon Musk’s clash with the Lula government raises the issue of how to promote democracy and free speech in the new technological era.

  • Bolivia and US Dilemmas in Engaging with Problematic Regimes in Latin America

    By Dr. R. Evan Ellis

    I recently had the opportunity to engage with a senior Bolivian colleague connected with the

  • Decisive Point Podcast graphic

    By MG David C. Hill, Dr. David D. Dworak, LTC Aaron Blair Wilcox

    In this episode, Major General David C. Hill, Dr. David D. Dworak, and Lieutenant Colonel Aaron Blair Wilcox discuss their article, “The Forward Edge of the Fifth US Army War College.” They address the evolution of the War College, focusing on curriculum adaptations in response to technological advancements and modern warfare challenges. They highlight the importance of personalized education and the value ...