For some time now, Asia and the continued escalation of North Korea’s ballistic missile program have been the major strategic concerns of the United States. But Washington should not forget other areas of the world, especially the Middle East. As the U.S. pursues its goal of defeating ISIS, Russia and Iran are consolidating their positions […]
Defense
Drones Cited as New Threat in DHS Terror Bulletin
The Department of Homeland Security released a terror bulletin Nov. 9 indicating new possible threats from drones and chemical weapons.
“Some terrorist groups overseas are using battlefield experiences to pursue new technologies and tactics, such as unmanned aerial systems and chemical agents that could be used outside the conflict zones,” the bulletin states. “Additionally, terrorists continue to target commercial aviation and air cargo, including with concealed explosives.”
McMaster Notes Counterterror Successes
National Security Advisor H.R. McMaster noted Thursday that President Trump will have the chance to build on earlier counterterrorism efforts on his Asia trip. He said Trump will reiterate three key counterterrorism components he noted in May—eliminate safe havens, combat terror funding, and discredit terror ideology. “I think it’s time for us to recognize that […]
Tillerson, Mattis Testify on Use of Military Force
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and Secretary of Defense James Mattis testified before the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations on Monday with recommendations regarding the Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF). Tillerson noted in his prepared remarks that the United States does not need any new authorization to continue campaigns against Islamic State of […]