Rathna K. Muralidharan
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Space Warfare
Over Our Heads: How the Great Power Competition Is Extending Into Space
The president’s proposal for a Space Force earlier this summer included a statement that China and Russia cannot be allowed to make further gains in...
Africa
To Support Africa, Build Infrastructure
The African continent is a rapidly growing market. Foreign direct investment (FDI) patterns are steady , if not growing, as countries around the world...
Sea (Maritime, Naval Operations)
P-8 Poseidon: Countering Chinese Aggression in the Indo-Pacific
China was on everyone’s mind at the 2018 Singapore Airshow earlier this month. As Beijing’s military continues to encroach on its neighbors’ naval...
Terrorism
Trump Drone War Against al Qaeda Paying Dividends
Since taking office, Trump has been particularly focused on targeting al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP), a major affiliate of the al-Qaeda...
Iran
Sanctions on Iran Will Isolate the United States
Recent actions by the Trump Administration and Congress on Iran could jeopardize U. S.
U.S. Air Force
The U.S. Air Force's Vital Role in Iraq and Afghanistan
Despite being at war for the past 16 years, few Americans understand the extent of the U. S.
Defense Budget
Trump's Saudi Arms Deal – A Historical Boost for U.S. Industry
President Trump’s commitment to support Saudi Arabia through arms sales is not only an investment in U. S.
The Services Do Not Need a Four-Star Autonomous Warfare Command
By Steven Wills • RealClearDefense
Honor Them While There Is Still Time
By Jeffrey Rosales • RealClearDefense
From Siberia to Fairford: How Operation Spider’s Web Has Changed the Rules of Airpower
By Frank A. Rose • RealClearDefense
Faster Simulations, Better Defense Decisions
By Rut Lineswala • RealClearDefense
Will HASC Have an Oversight Subcommittee in the Next Congress?
By Christopher J. Bright • RealClearDefense
Hegseth Barred Trans Troops. Military Boards Are Rejecting Those Orders.
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Closing the Sea: Lessons from Ancient Mediterranean Blockades
By DeCasien, CIMSECFrom Siberia to Fairford: How Operation Spider’s Web Has Changed the Rules of Airpower
By Frank A. Rose • RealClearDefenseFaster Simulations, Better Defense Decisions
By Rut Lineswala • RealClearDefense
Bombers Could Have a Major Air-to-Air Combat Role
By Joseph Trevithick, The WarZone
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