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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Why Auctioning Military S-Band Spectrum Is a Bad Idea
Commentary by Tom Karako — June 9, 2025

Prioritizing Air and Missile Defense Spending in the Broader Budget Debate
Commentary by Wes Rumbaugh — June 5, 2025

Ukraine’s Drone Swarms Are Destroying Russian Nuclear Bombers. What Happens Now?
Critical Questions by Masao Dahlgren and Lachlan MacKenzie — June 4, 2025

America's 'Golden Dome' Explained
Transcript — June 4, 2025
Past Events

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Protecting America's Spectrum: A Fireside Chat with Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA)

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America's 'Golden Dome' Explained

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Threat Outlook and Implications for U.S. Strategic Forces

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What is the "Iron Dome for America"?

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The Impossible State Live Podcast: What's Next for the Korean Peninsula under Trump 2.0?

The Impossible State Live: Recent Developments in North Korea

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The Defense of Guam

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Israel’s Missile Defense Engagements Since October 7th
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