Middle East
The Persian Gulf is blowing up. These 3 obstacles explain why.
Iran might have won the strategic contest, but the current impasse is frightening
May 05, 2026
maritime security
Middle East
The Iran war and the death of the global maritime commons
By asserting control over global chokepoints in its own hemisphere, Washington has weakened its case for free navigation in the Strait of Hormuz
April 01, 2026
Military Industrial Complex
Are killer robot ships coming to save us?
Autonomous maritime vessels could keep armed service members out of harm’s way — if they don’t set off new wars in the process
October 20, 2025
Asia-Pacific
Deterring a new US war in 'the most dangerous place on earth'
It would seem the American people aren't ready for a conflict with China over Taiwan. But are both sides ready to compromise?
August 11, 2021
Asia-Pacific
Why China is tip-toeing into Middle East security
For the U.S., cooperating with Beijing and not forcing its Gulf trading partners to take sides would be good strategy in the long run.
March 23, 2021
Asia-Pacific
Indonesia’s U.S.-China balancing act is playing out at sea
The shifting of Jakarta's naval headquarters to the edge of the South China sea was much more than a strategic military move.
January 22, 2021
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