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Timely Commentary & Analysis

Jun 17, 2026

Braw in Financial Times on the threat of private subsea cables

By Elisabeth Braw

On June 17, Transatlantic Security Initiative senior fellow Elisabeth Braw published an article in Financial Times on how American hyperscalers are creating a national security risk for other countries be building their own subsea cables.

Europe & Eurasia Maritime Security

Timely Commentary & Analysis

Jun 17, 2026

Braw in Foreign Policy on the effects of the uncertainty of the Iran ceasefire on shipping

By Elisabeth Braw

On June 17, Transatlantic Security Initiative senior fellow Elisabeth Braw published an article in Foreign Policy on how the uncertainty of the Trump administration’s ceasefire in Iran has not alleviated the constraints on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

Maritime Security Middle East

Timely Commentary & Analysis

Jun 16, 2026

Braw in [Re]Group on how a new United Nations Secretary General will inherit the problem of protecting undersea infrastructure

By Elisabeth Braw

On June 16, Transatlantic Security Initiative senior fellow Elisabeth Braw was featured on [Re]Group to discuss what a new United Nations Secretary General can do to protect critical undersea infrastructure.

Critical Infrastructure Policy

Timely Commentary & Analysis

Jun 16, 2026

Braw in France24 on a joint British-French mission to restart shipping in the Strait of Hormuz

By Elisabeth Braw

On June 17, Transatlantic Security Initiative senior fellow Elisabeth Braw was mentioned in France 24 about a joint British-French mission to help restart shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

Maritime Security Middle East

Dispatches

Jun 12, 2026

The United States needs more amphibious ships at the ready

By Caleb Eames, Amy Cowley

A combined Amphibious Ready Group and Marine Expeditionary Unit bring a tremendous capability, but only if there are enough ships available.

Maritime Security Security & Defense

AfricaSource

Jun 12, 2026

Somalia is the dark horse in US defense and economic strategy

By Maureen Farrell, Rose Keravuori

US policymakers have long viewed Somalia primarily through a counterterrorism lens. But as major maritime supply routes come under strain, its position along key sea lanes is reshaping its geopolitical relevance—and external actors like Turkey are already moving to capitalize.

Africa Security & Defense

In the News

Jun 12, 2026

Kroenig interviewed on BBC on Iran negotiations

By Atlantic Council

On June 11, Atlantic Council vice president and Scowcroft Center senior director Matthew Kroenig was interviewed on BBC about ongoing negotiations with Iran.

Iran Politics & Diplomacy

Dispatches

Jun 11, 2026

Don’t wait for a disaster to develop strong US counter-drone capabilities

By Peter Gautier

Security around the World Cup only underscores the need for wider efforts to ensure safety against the increasing risks from drones.

Drones Security & Defense

Issue Brief

Jun 11, 2026

To stop Chinese dual-use battery dominance, the United States and South Korea need to team up

By Joseph Webster, Alvin Camba, Emily E. Kim

Should China establish a global monopoly across battery supply chains, the military, strategic, and commercial implications for the US-ROK alliance will be profound.

China Critical Minerals
Cover Credit: NATO. German Air Force Eurofighter Typhoons fly over a remote stretch of Iceland while training with the Swedish Air Force as part of NATO’s Arctic Sentry activity. Arctic Sentry is a NATO vigilance activity aimed at enhancing security in the north, helping to make the Alliance safer. As part of this initiative, Sweden deployed a detachment of six Gripens to Keflavik Air Base to safeguard Icelandic airspace against threats or intrusions. Their deployment is also part of NATO’s Iceland Air Policing mission, marking the first time Sweden has led an air policing mission since joining NATO two years ago as its 32nd member. During their deployment, fighters from the Royal Danish Air Force and the German Air Force joined them for integration training. Situated in the middle of the North Atlantic, Iceland plays a vital role in helping Allies maintain situational awareness in the High North. Photo courtesy of the German Air Force.

Report

Jun 10, 2026

The future of NATO’s deterrence in the air domain

By Edward Brady

European NATO member states need to prepare to deter, and if necessary, defeat Russia—with less US support. When it comes to airpower, here are the actions European states need to take in the short, medium, and long term. 

Defense Policy Europe & Eurasia

Dispatches

Jun 9, 2026

NATO allies need a plan for addressing threats below the threshold of war

By Elisabeth Braw

NATO can gather allies to share best practices and also coordinate responses, even if the Alliance does not respond to subthreshold attacks itself.

Europe & Eurasia NATO

Timely Commentary & Analysis

Jun 5, 2026

Braw in UtilityWeek on Russian attacks on subsea infrastructure

By Elisabeth Braw

On June 5, Transatlantic Security Initiative senior fellow Elisabeth Braw was mentioned in an article by UtilityWeek discussing Russian attacks on British subsea infrastructure.

Europe & Eurasia Maritime Security

Podcast

Jun 5, 2026

The Matrix (1999)

By the Bipartisan Commission on Biodefense

Bond yields have spiked, especially in advanced economies. But why is that? And what does that actually mean? Alice Fulwood, US business editor at the Economist and co-host of the podcast Money Talks, joins Josh and Jessie to decode the signals in the global bond market—from Iran inflation concerns to growing government debt.

In the News

Jun 4, 2026

Saab published in the Financial Times on Gulf support for Ukraine

By Atlantic Council

On June 4, Forward Defense nonresident senior fellow Bilal Saab published an article in the Financial Times, discussing the benefit of a counter-drone defense partnership between the Gulf states and Ukraine. He argues this partnership would benefit Gulf states by integrating advanced Ukrainian drone defense technology into existing systems and provide Ukraine with much-needed capital.  

Defense Policy Security & Defense

Dispatches

Jun 2, 2026

How will the Iran war change the US role in the world?

By Matthew Kroenig, Markus Garlauskas, and Beth Sanner

Atlantic Council experts weigh in on whether the United States should “pivot” its attention away from the Middle East and toward the Indo-Pacific.

China Indo-Pacific

Timely Commentary & Analysis

Jun 2, 2026

Braw in Economist Enterprise on the benefits of decreased globalization

By Elisabeth Braw

On June 2, Transatlantic Security Initiative senior fellow Elisabeth Braw mentioned in an article in the Economist Enterprise on how the end of globalization could bring unexpected benefits.

Economy & Business Europe & Eurasia

Timely Commentary & Analysis

Jun 2, 2026

Braw in The Guardian on the importance of citizen resilience

By Elisabeth Braw

On June 2, Transatlantic Security Initiative senior fellow Elisabeth Braw published an article in The Guardian discussing the importance of civilian preparedness and how NATO allies can find inspiration in the Scandinavian and Baltic regions.

Europe & Eurasia Resilience & Society

In the News

Jun 2, 2026

Bertrand published in Homeland Security Today on border security

By Atlantic Council

On May 29, Charlotte Bertrand, program assistant with the GeoStrategy Initiative, was published in Homeland Security Today on how US weapons fuel Mexican cartel firepower.

Mexico National Security

Timely Commentary & Analysis

Jun 1, 2026

Braw in POLITICO on the advantage of Rule of law in European business

By Elisabeth Braw

On June 1, Transatlantic Security Initiative senior fellow Elisabeth Braw published an article in POLITICO on how European companies benefit from the continent’s rule of law in an age of geopolitical risk.

Europe & Eurasia Security & Defense

Timely Commentary & Analysis

Jun 1, 2026

Braw in Foreign Policy on GPS jamming

By Elisabeth Braw

On June 1, Transatlantic Security Initiative senior fellow Elisabeth Braw published an article in Foreign Policy on the persistent problem of GPS jamming, and the impact on safe air and sea travel.

Europe & Eurasia Security & Defense
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