Transnational Threats

Led by the Transnational Threats Project, the International Security Program, Defending Democratic Institutions, and the Arleigh A. Burke Chair in Strategy, CSIS provides strategic thinking on the range of efforts to counter terrorist groups and their methods across the world.

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The End of the Beginning in Ukraine

Despite Ukraine’s retaking of Kherson, there are growing calls for Ukraine to end the war through peace talks with Russia. But the conditions are not yet ripe for peace. The United States should continue to aid Ukraine by providing more arms and economic support.

Commentary by Seth G. Jones and Philip G. Wasielewski — November 17, 2022

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Senior Vice President; Harold Brown Chair; and Director, International Security Program
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The Rise of Far-Right Extremism in the United States

The terrorist attack in New Zealand is part of a global pattern of far-right extremism. Read this November 2018 report on the rise of far-right extremism in the United States and Europe.

Brief by Seth G. Jones — November 7, 2018

Prevent to Protect: From Counter-Radicalization to Disengagement

Watch Muriel Domenach, Secretary General of the French government's Inter-ministerial Committee for the Prevention of Delinquency and Radicalization (CIPDR), as she has discussed France's ongoing efforts to counter radicalization and violent extremism.

Event by Seth G. Jones and Muriel Domenach — October 26, 2018

The U.S. Strategy in Afghanistan: The Perils of Withdrawal

The Trump administration should work with the Afghan government and regional powers to reach a political settlement with the Taliban. But it is unclear whether the United States will succeed, as CSIS Transnational Threats Project director Seth Jones writes in his commentary.

Commentary by Seth G. Jones — October 26, 2018

Rebuilding Strategic Thinking

A new CSIS report “Defusing the South China Sea Disputes: A Regional Blueprint” presents a workable model agreement to manage the South China Sea disputes, reached by consensus among dozens of top experts from Asia, the United States, and beyond.

Report by Robert Hutchings and Gregory F. Treverton — October 18, 2018

Book Launch: The Great Delusion

The CSIS Transnational Threats Project has cordially invited you to a book launch event for John J. Mearsheimer’s newly released The Great Delusion: Liberal Dreams and International Realities.

Event by Seth G. Jones , John J. Mearsheimer , and Charles Glaser — October 17, 2018

Going on the Offensive: A U.S. Strategy to Combat Russian Information Warfare

Moscow continues to wage an offensive information campaign designed, in the words of the U.S. Director of National Intelligence, to “weaken and divide the United States.” But Washington has been reactive, slow to respond, and focused on defensive measures.

Brief by Seth G. Jones and Adapted from A COVERT ACTION: Reagan, the CIA, and the Cold War Struggle in Poland by Seth G. Jones. — October 1, 2018

Idlib Province and the Future of Instability in Syria

This brief highlights three major factors that will shape the future of instability in Syria post-Idlib. By focusing on these trends post-Idlib, the United States and the international community must develop a new approach to Syria moving forward.

Brief by Maxwell B. Markusen — September 21, 2018

Book Launch: A Covert Action

CSIS Transnational Threats Project has cordially invited you to a book launch event for Director Seth G. Jones’ newly released.

Event by Seth G. Jones and Kathleen H. Hicks — September 19, 2018

A Discussion on National Security with DIA Director Robert Ashley

Please watch as Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) Transnational Threats Project has a discussion on national security with Lieutenant General Robert P. Ashley, Jr., Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency. 

Event by Seth G. Jones , Juan C. Zarate , and Lieutenant General Robert P. Ashley, Jr. — September 17, 2018

The Insurgent Sanctuary in Pakistan

Despite tough talk from Washington, Taliban leaders continue to enjoy a sanctuary in Pakistan and support from Pakistan security agencies.

Report by Seth G. Jones — September 11, 2018