Missile Defense

Seeking innovative means to counter the full spectrum of global missile threats, CSIS research on this subject is led by the Missile Defense Project, which operates the CSIS Missile Threat website.

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Photo: Peter Zelei Images via Getty Images

Photo: Peter Zelei Images via Getty Images

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.

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

Past Events


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Photo: Army photo by Capt. Adan Cazarez

Photo: Army photo by Capt. Adan Cazarez

The Defense of Guam

July 30, 2024 • 1:45 – 2:45 pm EDT
Video On Demand
Hosted by International Security Program
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Photo: Courtesy of Missile Defense Agency

Photo: Courtesy of Missile Defense Agency

MDA and the 2025 Budget

June 6, 2024 • 10:00 – 11:15 am EDT
Video On Demand
Hosted by Missile Defense Project

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Experts


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Tom Karako
Senior Fellow, International Security Program and Director, Missile Defense Project
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Shaan Shaikh
Deputy Director, Missile Defense Project and Fellow, International Security Program