In Depth Analysis, Commentary, and Publications
On February 11, the CSIS Defense and Security Department hosted a conversation on the implications of the "Iron Dome for America" executive order, the Pentagon’s implementation strategy, and how it fits into other deterrence and defense priorities.
Recent concerns about the use of a dozen Standard Missile-3 interceptors and its effect on inventories are somewhat overblown in light of broader trends in procurement and delivery rates over multiple years.
On August 28, CSIS hosted Dr. Aaron Bateman, Assistant Professor of History and International Affairs at George Washington University, to discuss his recent book, Weapons in Space: Technology, Politics, and the Rise and Fall of the Strategic Defense Initiative (MIT Press, 2024).
Open-source model regulation is the hottest debate in AI policy. Despite appeals made to national security, proposed constraints on open-source AI distribution might put defense supply chains at risk. This brief assesses those implications for the Joint Force.
NATO’s current approach to air and missile defense prioritizes domestic politics and economic interests over allied cooperation and interoperability. The allies can do more to integrate their air defenses into a stronger, collective architecture.
On July 30, CSIS and the Association of the U.S. Army (AUSA) hosted our fifth Strategic Landpower Dialogue event on the defense of Guam.
On July 12, the CSIS Missile Defense Project hosted a conversation on Israel’s air and missile defense experiences since the attacks of October 7, including the April 13 attack by Iran. The discussion featured Moshe Patel, director of the Israel Missile Defense Organization (IMDO) and moderated by Dr. Tom Karako.
On July 11, the CSIS Missile Defense Project hosted a conference on Arctic security, the North Warning System, and homeland air and missile defense. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) presented opening remarks, followed by a discussion moderated by Dr. Tom Karako.
On June 6, the CSIS Missile Defense Project hosted a conversation with Lt. Gen. Heath Collins, Director of the Missile Defense Agency. The discussion explored the Agency's FY2025 programs, priorities, and budgets.
On June 3, Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) and the Association of the U.S. Army (AUSA) hosted our fourth Strategic Landpower Dialogue event, featuring General James Rainey, Commanding General, United States Army Futures Command. The discussion explored Army modernization efforts, future investment priorities, and the development of the Army's next warfighting concept.
