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Kari Bingen

Kari A. Bingen

Director, Aerospace Security Project and Senior Fellow, Defense and Security Department
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Tom Karako

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

Deputy Director, Aerospace Security Project and Senior Fellow, Defense and Security Department
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Benjamin Jensen

Director, Futures Lab and Senior Fellow, Defense and Security Department
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Lauryn Williams

Deputy Director and Senior Fellow, Strategic Technologies Program

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Extending the Battlespace to Space

As space technology becomes more accessible, satellite data and services have become a great equalizer and force multiplier in war—and a target. Looking ahead, the space domain will be central to conflict, serving not only as enabler but as a contested arena of operations.

Commentary by Kari A. Bingen — September 16, 2025

The Evolution of Landpower

In an age of satellites and cyberattacks, the future of warfare is still decided on the ground. Land is not just a domain to be won—it is the indispensable hub that connects and controls all others, from sea lanes to space.

Commentary by Benjamin Jensen — September 16, 2025

The Evolution of Airpower

The future of military airpower will reflect warfighting experiences from Ukraine and the Middle East, but lessons from these conflicts should only serve as jumping off points for the future.

Commentary by Clayton Swope — September 16, 2025

China's Military on Parade

Please join the CSIS Defense and Security Department for a conversation on China's military parade.

Event — September 4, 2025

What Would Security Guarantees in Ukraine Look Like?

A paper promise won’t secure Ukraine’s future. Real guarantees require multinational ground, air, naval, space, and cyber commitments—sized and structured to deter Russia and embed Ukraine into the Western security architecture for the long term.

Critical Questions by Benjamin Jensen — August 20, 2025

The History and Evolution of North Korea’s Space Capabilities

The importance of outer space is growing in many countries, both economically and militarily, and North Korea is no exception. This report outlines the history of Pyongyang’s space program, space and counterspace capabilities, and relationships with Russia, China, and Iran.

Report by Takaaki Yamamoto — August 19, 2025