Military
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Hegseth Promises to Save the Pentagon Billions of Dollars. Here’s What Actually Could.
If the Trump administration wants to end wasteful Pentagon spending, it should reform the many faltering weapons programs and review its contractor ecosystem.
Creating the Conditions for a Nuclear Deal with Iran
The Trump administration should focus on messaging pragmatic objectives for a deal and de-emphasizing U.S. efforts to exert “maximum pressure” on Iran while talks are ongoing.
The Digital Divide Meets the Quantum Divide
Governments should pursue policies that aim to make the benefits of quantum technologies accessible to all, not just the Global North.
The New “National Defense Area” at the Southern Border: What You Need to Know
NSPM-4 creates a military area that is twice the size of Washington, D.C. and expands the military’s role in stopping cross-border migration.
Doubts Concerning America’s Reliability Should Not Lead to a European Nuclear Deterrent
Stepping away from NATO would reduce U.S. leverage over European allies, potentially leading to more nuclear-armed states.
The Netherlands Apologizes for Involvement in Hawija Airstrike and Lays Out Further Reforms
The Dutch Cabinet's release of a list of commitments on mitigating civilian harm is a major step forward for transparency.
Balancing State Security and Peace and Security in Outer Space: What Role for International Law on the Use of Force?
Understanding jus ad bellum necessity and proportionality is crucial to addressing concerns regarding the weaponization of outer space.
Just Security’s Israel-Hamas War Archive
Just Security's collection of more than 110 articles covering the Israel-Hamas War and its diplomatic, legal, and humanitarian consequences.
Limited Protection: Israel’s High Court of Justice Rejection of Gaza Humanitarian Aid Petition
A synopsis of Israeli Supreme Court recent judgment, particularly relevant now that the government has suspended humanitarian aid altogether.
A Way Out of the DRC’s Proxy War
Today, ribs of gold and other essential treasures are a major driver of one of the deadliest conflicts in the world.
Upending the International Order: Why Undermining the UN Charter and US Defense Commitments is Self-Defeating
The President should understand that bellicose threats and unreliability as an ally may leave the United States poorer and more vulnerable on his watch and will frustrate his nuclear…
Just Security’s Climate Archive
A catalog of articles analyzing the diplomatic, political, legal, security, and humanitarian consequences of the international climate crisis.