Missile Defense

As hypersonic missiles, cruise missiles, and unmanned aircraft systems become increasingly common on the battlefield, focusing on the full spectrum of missile threats is crucial, especially as the missile threat from China and Russia grows. CSIS research seeks innovative means to counter the full spectrum of global missile threats.

Photo: Wisam Hashlamoun/Anadolu via Getty Images

Photo: Wisam Hashlamoun/Anadolu via Getty Images

The Depleting Missile Defense Interceptor Inventory

The proliferation of missile threats has made air and missile defense interceptors the table stakes for entry into future conflicts, forcing the Department of Defense to either ante up and buy the necessary interceptors, or fold on its regional interests and bear the consequences.

Brief by Wes Rumbaugh — December 5, 2025

See all analysis on Missile Defense

Latest Podcasts

See all podcasts on Missile Defense

Past Events

See all events on Missile Defense

Related Programs

Experts

Tom Karako

Tom Karako

Director, Missile Defense Project and Senior Fellow, Defense and Security Department

All Missile Defense Content

Filter by

81 - 90 of 270 results

Cost and Value in Air and Missile Defense Intercepts

The common analysis of recent air and missile defense engagements in the Red Sea through a cost exchange ratio framework ignores both the complexity of those engagements and the complicated value of air and missile defense.

Commentary by Wes Rumbaugh — February 13, 2024

The Truth of the Matter

U.S. Targets Baghdad

CSIS’ Norman Roule joins the podcast to discuss the recent U.S. strike in Baghdad and what U.S. policy is seeking to achieve in the Middle East in combating Iranian proxies. 

Podcast Episode by H. Andrew Schwartz and Norman T. Roule — February 9, 2024

CSIS the truth of the matter

Getting on Track: Space and Airborne Sensors for Hypersonic Missile Defense

The Department of Defense is racing to build a constellation of satellites for tracking elusive hypersonic missiles. As these first satellites enter orbit, how should policymakers measure success? In a new report, CSIS unpacks the tradeoffs involved and pitfalls to avoid.

Report by Masao Dahlgren — December 18, 2023