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Framing a U.S. Approach to the West Bank

Issues of the West Bank's current status are uniquely difficult because they combine ancient historical claims, modern nationalism, differing religious worldviews, and contemporary security dilemmas.

Congressional Testimony by Jon B. Alterman — December 10, 2025

Countering China’s Challenge to American AI Leadership

To stay ahead in the AI race with China, the U.S. must protect its lead in advanced chips and strengthen export controls that shape global computing power. Leadership in AI hinges on securing the technologies and supply chains that underpin modern national security.

Congressional Testimony by Gregory C. Allen — December 2, 2025

Deterrence on NATO’s Eastern Flank

Russian sabotage and subversion across the U.S. and Europe is a critical national security threat. Moscow’s actions demand a stronger NATO strategy that bolsters Europe’s eastern flank and raises the costs of continued aggression.

Congressional Testimony by Seth G. Jones — November 17, 2025

The UK's National Security Strategy in the Middle East

The UK’s National Security Strategy (NSS) lists the different tools the UK has in the Middle East – diplomatic, humanitarian, military, and prosperity footprint – but does not say which tools are most effective and should be prioritized with limited resources.

Congressional Testimony by Will Todman — October 20, 2025

North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) Modernization

Today’s global threat landscape is accompanied by the advent of a new missile age, one defined by a surge in the global supply and demand for a broad and diverse spectrum of strike capabilities as well as the means to counter them.

Congressional Testimony by Tom Karako — October 9, 2025