Middle East
Uncertainty is leverage in cyber conflict. Iran possibly diluted its threats of electronic devastation by demonstrating how little it can do.
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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 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 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.
March 10, 2026
Will Iran Torch the South Caucasus?
Tension has spilled over into the South Caucasus, but the balance of power does not favor Iran.
March 9, 2026
Drone Defenses: Buyers Flock to the Ukrainian Bazaar
Drones have smashed the West’s assumption that airpower and sophisticated missiles would ensure control of the skies. Kyiv can provide answers and expertise.
March 6, 2026
Iran-US War: A Race to the Bottom
Even if the US and Israel succeed in neutering Iran’s ballistic missile campaign, there’s another threat apparent from long-range drones.