Defense & Security
Living With a Nuclear-Armed Iran
By Michael Purzycki |
Since becoming president, Donald Trump has sought to undo the Obama Administration’s policies towards Iran, especially regarding the Islamic Republic’s nuclear program. He has withdrawn the United States from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action and staffed the upper ranks of his administration with hawks, like Mike Pompeo and John Bolton, who have long seen…
Nuclear Power and Nuclear Weapons
By John Ashley |
Nuclear technology-sharing deals requires that recipient states be trustworthy. Providing nuclear power technology to Saudi Arabia is dangerous.
Fuel for Hamas’ Fire
By Emily Przyborowski |
Reducing humanitarian aid to Palestine would increase Hamas' power and access in the West Bank, with security implications for Israel.
The UK Desperately Needs a New Counterterrorism Model
By Caroline Rose |
The UK's counter-terrorism strategy is outdated, and needs to be revised for preventative measures that take into consideration newer style threats.
Mein Gott! Would Germany Build a Bomb?
By John Ashley |
In August 2018, an article was published in The National Interest suggesting that Germany should develop its own nuclear arsenal. Since the 2016 U.S. presidential elections, the idea of Germany developing its own, or a “European,” nuclear deterrent has appeared in policy discussions both inside and outside of Germany. Every time this was in reaction…
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Embracing Multilateralism in the DRC Ebola Crisis
By Kathryn Urban |
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is a humanitarian crisis that could spread, made worse by DRC’s instability. The UN – supported by Member States – is best positioned to address this crisis.
Iran in the Time of Maximal Compellence
By Jonathan Stutte |
The United States' strategy of maximal compellence against Iran is frustrating, but not yet compelling. To reduce the risk of war, the Trump administration needs to soften and broaden its approach.
Book Review: Why America Loses Wars
By Stephen Delaney |
YPFP Fellow Stephan Delaney reviews "Why America Loses Wars," by noted military historian Dr. Donald Stoker.
ISIS Fighters Will Be Punished for Their Actions. Their Children Need Our Protection.
By Claire Downing |
From repatriation, to direct services, to assurances from their home countries that they will be treated with dignity, the children of ISIS fighters can be one step closer to escaping their parents’ horrible choices with help from governments and the international community.
Finding Peace Between the Wickets: Cricket Diplomacy in India and Pakistan
By Mercedes Yanora |
Given their shared love of cricket, India and Pakistan should find a way for their respective leagues to collaborate in a bid to thaw relations, improve infrastructure, and reap financial gain.
Iran, Enrichment, and Arms Control
By John Ashley |
The NPT does not grant a right to enrich, as Iran claims. However, it does allow for verification-based access to nuclear power.
Foreign Aid Should Persuade, Not Coerce
By Cole Baker |
The Trump administration has demonstrated a willingness to use foreign aid to coerce countries like El Savador into adopting favorable policies. But what are the long-term consequences of this approach?
Tariffs Won’t Stop Chinese Influence in Latin America
By Adam Ratzlaff |
Sen. Rick Scott claims that tariffs on China can combat rising Chinese influence in Latin America but this would only serve to increase Chinese influence in the Americas.
Support the Troops: Invest in Civilian Power
By Michael Purzycki |
Investment in civilian institutions can reinforce U.S. engagement, reinforcing a U.S. military that has been overstretched in recent years.
A Nuclear Global Zero is Not Yet Possible
By John Ashley |
Verified reduction and rigorous export controls are the only ways to concurrently keep nuclear weapons from proliferating, while reducing the global number of states with warheads and weapons down to a more manageable level.