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Jan. 6 and Beyond: Why the U.S. Should Pass Domestic Terrorism Legislation
Domestic terrorism legislation is still useful—even if Jan. 6 rioters have been prosecuted without a federal law on the books. -
The Disconnect on Undersea Cable Security
Policymakers and cable industry insiders disagree about the threats to critical infrastructure and how to address them, but greater dialogue could help. -
The Evolving Threat From Terrorist Drones in Africa
The Islamic State and other groups are experimenting with using drones and may be close to weaponizing them. -
Why Is Vladimir Putin So Difficult to Deter?
Personalist leaders present unique challenges for deterrence. -
Russia’s Far-Right Campaign in Europe
Putin has cultivated ties with a network of far-right actors at the fringes of European politics. -
The Origin of SARS-CoV-2: Animal Transmission or Lab Leak?
The evidence continues to point to the Huanan Market. The ongoing debate, though, is fueling bad policy. -
Afghanistan’s Crises Require a Clear Statement of U.S. Policy
The United States needs to articulate its approach, to make clear its intentions and provide leadership for an international humanitarian response. -
The Bloody Toll of Russia’s War in Ukraine
Credible estimates show that the conflict has been Russia's most deadly since World War II. -
Is the Democratic Republic of Congo Considering a Pivot to Russia?
The Congolese government and military are deepening ties to Moscow, and trying to use this as leverage with the United States and Europe. -
Nicaragua’s Political Repression Will Continue Despite Prisoner Release
One thing about the releases is clear: Ortega and Murillo do not provide charity. -
Don’t Be So Confident in Nuclear Decision-Making
The risks of brinkmanship look greater when research on human psychology is taken into account. -
Indispensable but Insufficient: The Role and Limits of Special Operations in Strategic Competition
Special Operations Forces' responsibilities will shift to meet threats from state adversaries, but they are not an all-purpose force.