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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On-Demand Event
The Outlook for Israel’s Military Campaign against Hamas
Recent Analysis

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Countering Small Uncrewed Aerial Systems
Small drones are a serious threat on the modern battlefield. This report examines the threat, the various kinetic and non-kinetic defenses available to defeat them, and how the U.S. Department of Defense has approached this air defense mission across the joint force.
Report by Shaan Shaikh Tom Karako and Michelle McLoughlin — November 14, 2023

Countering Uncrewed Aerial Systems: A Conversation with General Sean Gainey
Transcript — 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

Fireside Chat with LTG Berrier
Transcript — November 1, 2023
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What’s Next for Hamas and Israel?
Critical Questions by Alexander Palmer and Daniel Byman — October 10, 2023
A Court Date for Humanity
Podcast Episode by Kathleen McInnis — October 4, 2023

In the Shadow of Ukraine
Report by Seth G. Jones — September 29, 2023
“In the Shadow of Ukraine”: Audio Brief with Seth Jones
Podcast Episode by Seth G. Jones — September 29, 2023

China's Strategy of Political Warfare: Views from Congress
Event — September 28, 2023
Semiconductors: Here, There, and Everywhere
Podcast Episode by Kathleen McInnis and Alexis Day — September 28, 2023

China's Strategy of Political Warfare: Views from Congress
Transcript — September 28, 2023
Strengthening the U.S. Industrial Base with Hon. Dr. William A. LaPlante
Event — September 26, 2023
Strengthening the U.S. Industrial Base with Hon. Dr. William A. LaPlante
Transcript — September 26, 2023
A Renewed Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict: Reading Between the Front Lines
Critical Questions by Mathieu Droin Tina Dolbaia and Abigail Edwards — September 22, 2023