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Dov S. Zakheim, Opinion Contributor

Dov S. Zakheim, Opinion Contributor

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Granting waivers on Iranian oil only emboldens the ayatollahs

The only way to reach any agreement with Tehran to constrain the activities of its clients is by exerting pressure on Iran itself.

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Dov S. Zakheim, Opinion Contributor

Why Jordan came to Israel’s rescue

On its face, Jordan’s high-risk decision to support Israel in repelling the hundreds of aerial vehicles that Iran fired at the Jewish State appears...

19.04.2024 8

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Dov S. Zakheim, Opinion Contributor

The plight of NATO’s navies

Years of underspending on defense generally and on naval forces in particular have left many NATO navies short of both personnel and funding for...

12.04.2024 8

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The Biden-Kishida summit should set the stage for a unified U.S.-Japanese military command

Given likely future pressures on Japan’s defense budget, there is much to be said for increasing the synergies that could be realized from...

05.04.2024 6

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Is Netanyahu’s coalition on the verge of collapse?

His ultra-Orthodox Haredi partners in the governing coalition are demanding an extension of the military service exemption for young men pursuing...

29.03.2024 1

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Putin, in the footsteps of Potemkin, is trying to recreate the Russian Empire

It is only Ukrainian resilience and true fighting grit that has stood in the way of Putin’s efforts to dominate the lands between his country and...

22.03.2024 3

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There’s no predicting what the next defense budget will look like

The budget is declining in real terms. The only question is the magnitude of that decline.

15.03.2024 20

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A major step in reforming the Pentagon’s outdated budget system

The report offers a total of 28 recommendations, many of which focus on the need for more frequent and in-depth analysis that, will enable DOD both...

08.03.2024 30

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Turkey and Hungary have much to fear from Putin’s predations

Despite their personal relationships with Vladimir Putin, both Erdogan and Orbán may have decided to hedge their bets on Russia.

01.03.2024 5

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Biden speaks to governors after announcing new Russia sanctions: Watch live

President Biden will address the National Governors Association (NGA) in a reception Friday at the White House as the state leaders hold their winter...

23.02.2024 3

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Wanted: More Navy ships

The shipbuilding budget must increase significantly in 2025, or else the Navy may find itself forced to relinquish at least one of the missions deemed...

23.02.2024 1

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Biotechnology should be high on the agenda at the Munich Security Conference

Biotechnology’s applications have the potential to alter geopolitical dynamics significantly. China has understood this reality for some time.

16.02.2024 5

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Unless Biden exerts real pressure on Israel, Saudi Arabia will not normalize relations

Riyadh has no intention of letting Washington take it for granted.

09.02.2024 6

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America cannot leave the Middle East, however much it wants to

Even were the Gaza war to end today, the threat that Iran and its proxies pose to the United States and its friends in the Gulf would not disappear.

02.02.2024 10

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To save Ukraine, Democrats must compromise on immigration

Any hope for its passage will clearly require concessions to the Republicans — especially those in the House— on border control that would enable...

26.01.2024 5

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Billionaire Haley donor waiting for New Hampshire results to give 'major gift'

One of GOP presidential candidate Nikki Haley’s largest financial backers said he will wait for the results of Tuesday's New Hampshire primary to...

18.01.2024 3

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Explaining the long-standing tensions between Iran and Pakistan

The timing of the Iranian attack is puzzling.

18.01.2024 2

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More questions about Secretary Austin’s absence

Given the threats that America faces in Europe, East Asia and the Middle East, no administration can afford a gap in the chain of command even for a...

11.01.2024 20

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America needs a carrier strike group to deter Hezbollah

Since even the presence of the aircraft carrier task force did not deter Hezbollah from attacking Israel, its replacement by a smaller, older and less...

05.01.2024 5

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Scandinavia is boosting its defense spending even as Sweden’s NATO entry is stalled

Many on Capitol Hill who oppose Ukraine aid point to Europe’s unwillingness to spend money to defend itself.

29.12.2023 6

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Netanyahu should reconsider his priorities and bring the hostages home

Netanyahu’s determination to press on with the war, even as Israeli hostages languish in Hamas captivity, reflects the views and the pressure that...

22.12.2023 2

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Xi’s visit to Hanoi hasn’t really changed much in the South China Sea

Clearly there are limits to how far China is willing to go in order to foster good relations with its southern neighbor.

15.12.2023 3

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To stop the Houthis, America should ramp up pressure on Iran

Should Iran continue to encourage its proxies to attack American forces and international shipping, Washington could work jointly with key allies to...

08.12.2023 3

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Biden must draw the line at Israel’s cynical budget

America’s generosity toward Israel in its time of need is being diverted to meet the political demands of Netanyahu’s extremist coalition...

01.12.2023 4

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South Korea does not need nuclear subs

The costs, the technologies, and operational realities all weigh against South Korea acquiring nuclear-powered submarines.

24.11.2023 5

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The US is finally hitting back at Iran’s murderous proxies

America is already at war with Iran’s proxies, and has been for some time.

17.11.2023 1

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Extremists in the Israeli government are hurting the Jewish State

Israel cannot afford to be sending signals that give credence to its enemies both inside and outside the Middle East.

10.11.2023 10

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The diplomatic challenges of China’s global expansion

Kurt Campbell not only is an experienced Asia hand, he is a strategic thinker who has led the administration’s efforts to strengthen Washington’s...

03.11.2023 4

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Will Speaker Johnson help solve America’s munitions crunch?

Funding ammunition production is a major element of the administration’s current $106 billion supplemental request to the Congress.

27.10.2023 2

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What Biden accomplished in Israel

His courageous trip to Israel deserves both support and credit.

20.10.2023 4

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Watch live: McCarthy discusses Hamas attack on Israel

Former Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) is slated to hold a news conference Monday morning. McCarthy earlier in the day did not rule out serving as...

09.10.2023 10

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Netanyahu can no longer lead Israel

Benny Gantz, a former chief of staff of the Israel Defense Forces, who recent polls show is far more popular than Netanyahu, should be Israel’s new...

09.10.2023 30

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China continues its drive to dominate the Pacific region

Washington cannot slacken its efforts both to expand and deepen its ties throughout the wider Pacific region.

06.10.2023 2

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A shutdown threatens America’s deterrent power

Depending on how long a shutdown continues, many talented but frustrated military and civilian officials may choose to opt out of government service...

29.09.2023 2

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The price of a hostage deal with Iran is more terrorism — and trouble for America

America may ultimately find that it must pay an even higher price to preserve the Middle East’s relative stability.

22.09.2023 3

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Gaming out the consequences of an India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor

Another feather in the cap of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

15.09.2023 2

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Tuberville’s stubbornness is aiding and abetting America’s enemies

The damage that Tuberville is doing to national security is growing daily and is incalculable.

08.09.2023 2

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