Category: Military Strategy

Nikkei Asia | March 28, 2023

Myanmar military's might fails to crush decades-old resistance

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Breaking Defense | March 27, 2023

Space Command encourages Congress to uphold Indo-Pacific Command’s $3.5B wish list

Gen. James Dickinson (Department of Defense photo by Lewis Carlyle) WASHINGTON — Perhaps the most striking thing about US Space Command’s fiscal 2024 wish list for funds not included in…

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US Dept of Defense, Releases | March 27, 2023

Defense Production Act Title III Presidential Determination for Printed Circuit Boards and Advanced Packaging Production Capability

President Joe Biden signed a presidential determination authorizing the use of Defense Production Act to support the nation's domestic Printed Circuit Boards and Advanced Packaging industrial base.

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Hoover Institution | March 27, 2023

Kiron Skinner: Missile Defense At 40

Kiron Skinner: Missile Defense At 40 Rachel Moltz Mon, 03/27/2023 - 11:32 interview with Kiron K. Skinner On Sat, 03/25/2023 - 11:39Hoover Daily Report Monday, March 27, 2023 5 Center…

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The Hill, Columnists | March 27, 2023

What can be salvaged from Biden's Democracy Summit

Ask any person working on democracy issues — off the record — about President Biden’s Summit for Democracy, and you get eye rolls followed by a litany of unflattering reviews,…

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Breaking Defense | March 27, 2023

SASC seapower chair Kaine: ‘All systems go’ to support Marines’ 31 amphibs

U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine (D-VA) gives a thumbs-up as he makes his way to a closed-door briefing on Ukraine at the U.S. Capitol on March 02, 2023 in Washington, DC.…

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The Hill, Columnists | March 27, 2023

Space Force should prepare for the threat we have — not the one we prefer

As the one-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine came and went, many commentators discussed and debated lessons learned and observations regarding the conflict — especially as it pertains to…

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The Hill, Columnists | March 27, 2023

Sanders voices support for mass protests against Israeli government's ‘extreme’ actions

Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) on Monday threw his support behind the mass demonstrations in Israel against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s push to overhaul the judiciary in the country. “I applaud…

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US Dept of Defense, Advisories | March 27, 2023

Military Commissions Media Invitation Announced for United States v. Abd al-Rahim al-Nashiri Pre-Trial Hearing

The Defense Department invites media to cover pre-trial proceedings for Abd al-Rahim al-Nashiri, the defendant charged in the attack on the USS Cole (DDG 67).

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Breaking Defense | March 27, 2023

Israel defense minister’s firing triggers security fears, reservist call-ups and greater protests

Thousands of Israelis attend a rally against Israeli Government’s judicial overhaul plan on March 27, 2023 in Jerusalem, Israel. Sunday’s dismissal of Defense Minister Yoav Gallant intensified the political crisis…

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The Hill, Columnists | March 27, 2023

The Hill's 12:30 Report — Netanyahu pauses judicial overhaul after protests

To view past editions of The Hill's 12:30 Report, click here:  To receive The Hill's 12:30 Report in your inbox, please sign up here:  --> A midday take on what's happening in politics…

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The Hill, Columnists | March 27, 2023

Netanyahu ally agrees to delay Israeli judicial overhaul amid mass protests

A key ally of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday agreed to delay plans to push through a controversial judicial overhaul that has drawn unprecedented public, government and military…

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The Hill, Defense | March 27, 2023

Army pulls recruitment ads narrated by actor Jonathan Majors after arrest

The U.S. Army has pulled recruiting ads featuring actor Jonathan Majors after he was arrested over the weekend on allegations of strangulation, assault and harassment of a woman. The Army's…

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The Hill, Columnists | March 27, 2023

The Medal of Honor: They did their part, now let’s do ours 

As a veteran of wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, I have had the distinct honor and privilege to lead and serve alongside some of the most extraordinary, heroic, and selfless…

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The Hill, Columnists | March 27, 2023

We cannot counter China's ambitions without a global strategy

Defense officials and analysts acknowledge that China is no longer merely a regional power but a global power on the move. Its recent moves to restore diplomatic ties between Saudi…

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The Hill, Defense | March 27, 2023

Senate Democrats urge Pentagon to safeguard abortion access

The majority of Senate Democrats on Monday pressed Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to maintain access to abortion care for service members and their dependents, warning that restricting such care could hurt…

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Breaking Defense | March 27, 2023

Why it’s time for the US Army to divest Iron Dome

The US Army owns two Iron Dome batteries. (US Army) For several years the US Army has been experimenting with Israel’s Iron Dome system. In the following op-ed, Tom Karako…

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The Hill, Columnists | March 27, 2023

Whither Israel: A tale of two cities?

The most existential news from Israel thus far in 2023 is not about ongoing tit-for-tat violence between Israelis and Palestinians; instead, it is about the Netanyahu government’s proposed “judicial reform”…

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The Hill, Columnists | March 27, 2023

America’s post-9/11 veterans are struggling and need our help

This month marks 20 years since our nation launched Operation Iraqi Freedom, right on the heels of our engagement in Afghanistan. The two wars rank among the longest in U.S.…

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The Hill, International | March 27, 2023

Bolton on Putin plans to deploy nukes in Belarus: 'He may not be bluffing here'

Former national security adviser John Bolton on Monday said Russian President Vladimir Putin “may not be bluffing” about his plans to move nuclear weapons into neighboring Belarus as Moscow's war…

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Breaking Defense | March 27, 2023

Army taps teams to build new Precision Strike Missile for targets beyond 1,000 km

Lockheed Martin has released a rendering for its vision of what a PrSM Increment 4 missile might look like. (Lockheed Martin) GLOBAL FORCE 2023 — As the US Army eyes…

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The Hill, Columnists | March 27, 2023

Space wars: When science fiction becomes reality

Streaks of light across the sky in Northern California last week were not related to thunder or lightening or climate change. Experts believe they were caused by the re-entry of…

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The Hill, International | March 27, 2023

Harris visits Ghana's president, promises aid, investments

ACCRA, Ghana (AP) — U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris on Monday praised Ghanaian President Nana Akufo-Addo for his “democratic principles" during a visit with the West African leader, who's facing…

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US Dept of Defense, Releases | March 27, 2023

Department of Defense Support to the U.S. Strategy to Prevent Conflict and Promote Stability

The Defense Department is partnering with federal agencies to mitigate global conflict and promote stability and prosperity.

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The Hill, Columnists | March 27, 2023

North Korea test-fires 2 missiles as US carrier begins exercises with South Korean warships

North Korea on Monday test-fired two more missiles hours before the nuclear-powered U.S. aircraft carrier USS Nimitz began joint military exercises with South Korean warships.  Tensions in the Korean Peninsula…

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