International Security Program
The CSIS International Security Program (ISP) is a constant source of reliable analysis on the international security and defense landscape, particularly with growing competition between the United States and such countries as China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea
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- Program Manager and Research Associate, Smart Women, Smart Power Initiative and Outreach Manager, International Security Program.
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The Outlook for Israel’s Military Campaign against Hamas
Recent Analysis

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Why Hamas Attacked When It Did
The October 7 Hamas attacks proved devastating for both Israel and ordinary Palestinians. Why did Hamas decide to attack Israel when it did?
Commentary by Daniel Byman and Mackenzie Holtz — December 6, 2023

Countering Uncrewed Aerial Systems: A Conversation with General Sean Gainey
Transcript — November 14, 2023

Countering Small Uncrewed Aerial Systems
Report by Shaan Shaikh Tom Karako and Michelle McLoughlin — November 14, 2023

Hamas’ October 7 Attack: The Tactics, Targets, and Strategy of Terrorists
Transcript — November 7, 2023

Canada's Role in Global Maritime Security
Transcript — November 3, 2023
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How the Chinese Communist Party Uses Cyber Espionage to Undermine the American Economy
Congressional Testimony by Benjamin Jensen — October 19, 2023
Purpose and Care within the U.S. Army Reserve
Podcast Episode by Kathleen McInnis — October 18, 2023

UK’s First Sea Lord on the Royal Navy
Event — October 17, 2023
The U.S. Coast Guard in an Era of Great Power Competition with ADM Linda L. Fagan
Event — October 17, 2023
The U.S. Coast Guard in an Era of Great Power Competition with ADM Linda L. Fagan
Transcript — October 17, 2023
UK’s First Sea Lord on the Royal Navy
Transcript — October 17, 2023
“Can the United States Equip Israel while Simultaneously Equipping Ukraine and Taiwan?”: Audio Brief with Mark Cancian
Podcast Episode by Mark F. Cancian — October 16, 2023

Strategic Landpower Dialogue: A Conversation with General Charles Flynn
Event — October 12, 2023
Can the United States Equip Israel while Simultaneously Equipping Ukraine and Taiwan?
Critical Questions by Mark F. Cancian — October 12, 2023
Seizing the Initiative in Ukraine: Waging War in a Defense Dominant World
Brief by Seth G. Jones Riley McCabe and Alexander Palmer — October 12, 2023