NATO in an evolving geopolitical landscape

New Atlanticist Nov 1, 2024

NATO needs a defense industrial strategy that prioritizes being strong, smart, and together

By Kristen Taylor, Luka Ignac

A recent two-day summit underscored the ways in which the credibility of allied deterrence hinges on robust defense industrial cooperation.
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NATO in an evolving geopolitical landscape

New Atlanticist Oct 30, 2024

In defense of Draghi’s defense idea: Three models for a centralized defense procurer for the EU

By Thomas Goldstein

Only a European defense procurer can provide the institutional reform to overcome intra- and intergovernmental paralysis and invest at scale.
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NATO in an evolving geopolitical landscape

New Atlanticist Oct 28, 2024

The US needs a stronger defense industrial base. Option contracts can help.

By Michael Hogan

The US government would pay a premium on current orders, but it would then have the option to purchase a larger amount within a fixed timeframe.
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Defense Journal by Atlantic Council IN TURKEY

Dec 3, 2024

NATO in an evolving geopolitical landscape

By Atlantic Council Turkey Programs

The fourth issue of the Defense Journal by Atlantic Council IN TURKEY explores the future of NATO in the context of changing transatlantic relations and regional security issues.

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Defense Journal by Atlantic Council IN TURKEY

Dec 3, 2024

Political-military lessons for a NATO-Russia conflict

By Can Kasapoglu

NATO should learn these three lessons from the Ukraine-Russia conflict to win a potential NATO-Russia war.

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Defense Journal by Atlantic Council IN TURKEY

Dec 3, 2024

How prepared is NATO?

By Richard D. Hooker, Jr.

Is NATO ready to respond to a possible expansion of Russian aggression to assure Europe's safety?

Central Europe Conflict

Defense Journal by Atlantic Council IN TURKEY

Dec 3, 2024

NATO exercises: The guarantee of Alliance security and test of readiness

By Uğur Tarçın

To ensure regional security, NATO must continue enhancing its capabilities and remain as a combat-ready force.

Central Europe Conflict

Defense Journal by Atlantic Council IN TURKEY

Dec 3, 2024

How NATO learns and adapts to modern warfare

By General Chris Badia

One of the main strengths of NATO is it's ability to continuously develop and improve based on the lessons learned by the complexities of modern conflicts.

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Defense Journal by Atlantic Council IN TURKEY

Dec 3, 2024

Pacing scenarios

By Rich Outzen

Here are some scenarios that NATO should be prepared for against the possibility of a generational conflict with Russia.

Central Europe Conflict

MENASource

Nov 27, 2024

What Congress has in mind for the future of the Abraham Accords

By Adam Kozloski

The National Defense Authorization Act has become one of the most potent legislative vehicles for policy related to national security.

Defense Policy Middle East

UkraineAlert

Nov 26, 2024

Russia’s evolving information war poses a growing threat to the West

By Kateryna Odarchenko, Elena Davlikanova

Western governments have yet to adequately address the threat posed by Russia's highly sophisticated and rapidly evolving information warfare, write Kateryna Odarchenko and Elena Davlikanova.

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In the News

Nov 25, 2024

Marc Polymeropoulos reflects on future of the Pentagon under Trump with MSNBC

By Marc Polymeropoulos

On November 24, Marc Polymeropoulos joined MSNBC to discuss what the defense and intelligence community can expect from President-elect Trump’s promised changes.

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IranSource

Nov 20, 2024

2025 will be a decisive year for Iran’s nuclear program

By Danny Citrinowicz  

Diplomatic deadlines and regional factors will force Iran to decide soon whether to strike a deal or seek a nuclear weapon. Either choice will have major ripple effects.

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Jongsun Kim

Nonresident Senior Fellow

Forward Defense Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security

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Owen J. Daniels

Nonresident Senior Fellow

Forward Defense Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security

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Tom Mancinelli

Nonresident Senior Fellow

GeoStrategy Initiative Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security

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Alexander B. Gray

Nonresident Senior Fellow

GeoStrategy Initiative Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security

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Caroline Zier

Nonresident Senior Fellow

GeoStrategy Initiative Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security

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Gabrielius Landsbergis

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Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security Transatlantic Security Initiative

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