Twenty-three years into the long war
The threat matrix keeps expanding
Beijing
Escalating South China Sea Tensions Demand Urgent U.S. Response
A series of recent maritime provocations between China and the Philippines near Sabina Shoal, a disputed atoll within the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone (EEZ), have exacerbated Indo-Pacific tensions....
Policy Briefs
Biden Administration Foreign Policy Tracker: September
Welcome back to the Biden Administration Foreign Policy Tracker. Once a month, we ask FDD’s experts and scholars to assess the administration’s foreign policy. They...
Policy Tracker
From “harsh punishment” to “tactical retreat”—time isn’t on Tehran’s side
The Islamic Republic has scaled back its rhetoric against Israel and pivoted away from “hard revenge,” instead shifting to “strategic ambiguity.” Tehran believes time is on its side, and its retaliation...
Op-eds
Iran Seeks Purchase of Advanced Spy Satellites from China
Latest Developments Iran is seeking to purchase Chinese spy satellites that could improve its ability to target U.S. and Israeli forces, both for itself and its proxies, The Washington Post reported...
Flash Briefs
Ceasefire sticking points indicate Hamas’s plans to return to power
The ceasefire deal sees Hamas seeking control over Gaza's Netzarim and Philadelphi Corridors, while Israel worries about Hamas regaining power in Gaza if IDF presence is reduced.
Op-eds
Taiwan, under the guns
The most powerful Communist regime ever threatens its democratic neighbor
Op-eds
Treasury Sanctions Highlight Hong Kong’s Role as Emerging Sanctions Evasion Hub
The Treasury Department designated 12 individuals and entities in Iran, China, and Hong Kong on Monday for supporting Iran’s ballistic missile and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) programs. This action...
Policy Briefs
Iran Leads Chorus of Condemnation of Hamas Leader Haniyeh’s Killing
Iran’s leaders reacted with fury following a presumed Israeli missile strike on Tehran that eliminated Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in the early hours of July 31. Ayatollah Ali...
Flash Briefs
Ismail Haniyeh’s Killing in Iran Brings Israel Closer to Victory
The death of Hamas’ leader leaves the organization headless and less able to develop a strategy going forward.
Op-eds
Russian and Chinese Strategic Bombers Patrol near Alaska
Russian and Chinese strategic bombers conducted a combined patrol near Alaska on Wednesday in the latest sign of military cooperation between the two U.S. adversaries. The incident underscores the determination...
Policy Briefs
The logical choice’: 17 years after he fled, could Dahlan lead a post-Hamas Gaza?
“He has bridges with everyone but not necessarily liked by everyone. But I can’t think of anyone else who has his credentials.”
Op-eds
Israel SitRep: July 24, 2024
Today’s Issue: | IDF Operates in Gaza’s Khan Younis and Rafah, Eliminates Terrorists, Strikes Terrorist Infrastructures | IDF, Shin Bet, Yamam Counterterror Unit Operate in West Bank | Hezbollah Releases...
Israel at War Situation Report
China and the U.S. Are Careening Toward a South China Sea Crisis
A failure of deterrence risks pushing the region into deeper conflict.
Op-eds
China Claims Palestinian Factions Agree on ‘National Reconciliation Government’ at Talks in Beijing
Latest Developments The Chinese regime announced on July 23 that talks in Beijing involving 14 Palestinian factions had resulted in an agreement on “ending division and strengthening Palestinian unity.”...
Flash Briefs
What China’s goal to unite Palestinians means, particularly for Hamas and the West Bank
Reports about the meeting indicated that Hamas and Fatah had agreed to end decades of divisions at the meeting.
Op-eds
What could a Trump-Vance China policy look like?
Vance’s focus on China is not surprising. In his personal and professional life he’s seen the way People’s Republic of China actions have affected the lives of Americans.
Op-eds
Iran on diplomatic offensive against Israel in NY, MidEast
Iran sought after October 7 to begin a multi-front war in the region against Israel.
Op-eds
The war in cyberspace
America’s top spy is warning you
Op-eds
Fatah-Hamas Unity Talks Scheduled in China as Both Factions Condemn Each Other
With China attempting to boost its influence in the Middle East, Hamas and Fatah leaders will meet in Beijing next week to conduct another round of Chinese-led unity talks that have...