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Capturing National Security Benefits from Offshore Wind

Turbines, platforms, and subsea cables built for energy can also extend the reach of U.S. maritime surveillance. This report examines the evolving maritime threat environment and assesses the potential for offshore wind infrastructure to bolster national security.

Report by CSIS Scholars — October 16, 2026

Could Russia Be Poised to Use an On-Orbit Weapon Against a Commercial Satellite?

Cosmos 2612 is moving into position for close-proximity operations with a U.S.-registered commercial satellite supporting Ukraine. With a history of on orbit weapons tests and gray zone aggression, Russia may be betting the West won’t respond forcefully to an attack. The West must be ready to.

Commentary by Clayton Swope and Chantal Li — October 15, 2026

Avoiding Another Long War in Yemen

In the wake of the Riyadh airport attacks, Saudi Arabia risks getting sucked into another long, costly war that ultimately only emboldens the Houthis and deepens the regional conflict. Allison Minor outlines a better approach.

Commentary by Allison Minor — October 15, 2026

Rethinking the Legal Profession’s Role in Business and Human Rights

With a key U.S. court path to corporate accountability closed and no federal due diligence mandate, lawyers are among the last safeguards for human rights. CSIS experts outline how counsel, bar associations, and courts can use existing professional rules to guard against rights harms and silencing tactics.

Commentary by Zamira Djabarova and Lana Baydas — October 15, 2026

Cambodia’s Scam Center Cleanup: Is It Working?

In the aftermath of 2025 Thailand-Cambodia border skirmishes, scam center operations in Cambodia has captured international attention. Cambodia has implemented new legislation, sweeping crackdowns, and international anti-scam coalition building. Are these efforts working?

Commentary by Japhet Quitzon — October 15, 2026

“Bunker Busters”: Deep Targets, Shallow Stocks

Bunker buster munitions were once a niche capability required for a small set of special targets. They have now moved into the mainstream as U.S. adversaries have responded to U.S. precision attack munitions by hardening and burying many activities.

Commentary by Mark F. Cancian and Chris H. Park — October 15, 2026

Human Rights Abuses in Drone Production at Yelabuga

This report by the Center for Strategic and International Studies, in cooperation with the George W. Bush Institute, contends that the burgeoning labor force that powers the Alabuga drone factory has become a site of gross human rights abuses and human trafficking.

Report by Victor Cha and Joseph Kim — October 14, 2026

The Art of Swarming

Cheap sensors and long-range fires have made it deadly to mass forces. This report argues that drone swarms can restore the offense when paired with a clear operational concept and explores how U.S. forces could use them in Kaliningrad, the South China Sea, and the Baltics.

Report by Benjamin Jensen — October 14, 2026