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5 Things to Know About the War Fund
Republicans and Democrats are clashing over the use of a so-called war fund to bypass federal budget caps that were imposed in 2011.
‘Carrier Gap’ In Gulf Is A Symptom, Not A Crisis
The geostrategic sky isn’t falling because the US won’t have an aircraft carrier in the Persian Gulf region for a period this fall. Land-based aircraft will do an excellent job of striking ISIL, analysts say, while smaller ships are better suited to combat Iran in the tight confines of the Gulf.
Report: Readiness Slipping on Overseas-Based Navy Ships
The fleet's most ready ships are showing signs of wear and tear, a new watchdog report has concluded.
How Would A War In Space Be Fought?
In recent months, leaders in the Defense Department have highlighted the increasing importance of space as a domain of modern warfare.
A Strategic Blending: When RMA Meets the Revolution in IW
How will the revolution in military affairs interact with irregular warfare in future conflicts? CSBA's Jim Thomas believes this confluence is best described as hybrid warfare.
Japan, US need a new bargain: Jim Thomas
WASHINGTON -- Japan is debating historic legislation that would allow its troops to cooperate with the U.S. military in far wider areas than has been possible in the post-war era. Why the drastic change in security policy? What do the two allies need to do to achieve the proposed law's aims?