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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The CSIS International Security Program leads a rigorous analytic agenda covering the most pressing challenges facing the U.S. globally. Our research projects range from multi-year reports to short commentaries and opinion pieces on breaking news. Explore our various research projects here.

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Trump Moves “Nuclear” Subs: Negotiating Tactic or Escalatory Gamble?

Trump sent nuclear submarines closer to Russia following a week of social media clashes with the former Russian president, while his envoy heads to Moscow to broker a ceasefire before the deadline. Amid wild speculation, this commentary assesses the latest.

Critical Questions by Mark F. Cancian and Chris H. Park — August 6, 2025

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Gathering Strength in a Gathering Storm

Join the CSIS International Security Program for its annual Global Security Forum on April 24, 2024, featuring keynote discussions with General Charles Q. Brown, Jr., Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and the Honorable Avril Haines, Director of National Intelligence.

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North Korean Troops Deploy to Russia: What’s the Military Effect?

North Korean troops in Russia have introduced a wild card into the two-and-a-half-year conflict. Russia is desperate for manpower, and this is one element of Russia’s effort to fill the ranks without a second mobilization.

Critical Questions by Mark F. Cancian and Chris H. Park — October 25, 2024

Unleashing Quantum’s Potential

Quantum technologies could revolutionize solutions to national security and commercial challenges. CSIS convened experts from the U.S. and FVEY governments, industry, and think tanks to discuss four key challenges to making quantum tech a reality.

Commentary by Julia Dickson and Emily Harding — October 25, 2024

Why Striking Iranian Nuclear Facilities Is a Bad Idea

Israeli military strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities could escalate tensions and push Tehran further towards nuclear weapons development. Diplomacy, although slow, remains the only viable way to curb Iran’s nuclear ambitions.

Commentary by Doreen Horschig — October 25, 2024

Assessing Russian Firepower Strikes in Ukraine

Russia launched 11,466 missiles at Ukraine from September 2022–2024, with 83.5 percent intercepted daily. As Moscow escalates attacks, Ukraine's air defense evolves, but continued Western aid is vital for sustaining defense and enabling long-range counterstrikes.

Commentary by Benjamin Jensen and Yasir Atalan — October 23, 2024

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Assessing Russian Firepower Strikes in Ukraine

An audio version of “Assessing Russian Firepower Strikes in Ukraine,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Benjamin Jensen and Yasir Atalan. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs. 

Podcast Episode by Benjamin Jensen and Yasir Atalan — October 23, 2024

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Salmon Swimming Upstream: Charting a Course in Cislunar Space

Humankind has gazed across the sky towards the Moon since time immemorial. More and more nations and companies will send mission there over the next several years. What challenges do these space operators face and how can they be addressed?

Report by Clayton Swope and Louis Gleason — October 21, 2024