Asia and Indo-Pacific
There are significant risks for the South Caucasus and Europe from the possible spread of the US-Israeli war with Iran.
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March 31, 2026
On Tech, the West Drifts Apart While China Sprints Ahead
Without a viable European alternative, replacing what America provides would cost trillions and take decades.
March 27, 2026
A Playbook to Clear the Strait of Hormuz
The US and allies have recent experience working together in maritime choke points that should be considered in any operation close to Iran.
March 25, 2026
China Is Wiring the Western Balkans
Chinese roads, surveillance systems, and digital partnerships are complicating the Western Balkans’ path into European Union membership.
March 24, 2026
Russia: Give Me Your Poor, Your Starving Masses
The Kremlin is hard-wired to spot opportunity amid chaos. War-related food shortages provide an unexpected bonus.
March 19, 2026
Europe Cannot Hide From a World of Barroom Brawls
After repeated threats to its sovereignty, Europe promised to step up if a new danger arose. The Middle East war exposed the lie.
March 17, 2026
Meeting China’s Tech Challenge
China has launched an aggressive blueprint to dominate global tech innovation. The US and allies must respond — together.
March 16, 2026
Shamoon To Stryker: Iran Wields Wiper Attacks
As war rages in the Middle East, Iranian hackers are stepping up cyber-attacks.
March 13, 2026
Aces High: Zelenskyy Plays His Hand
It turns out that Ukraine has many more cards to play in its fight for national survival than many had thought. President Zelenskyy is playing them with some skill.
March 11, 2026
A Crypto River Runs Through It
New research demonstrates the fast-growing role of cryptocurrencies to finance military aggression, sanctions evasion, and other covert activities.