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A new Rand report explores the prospect of China embracing the more flexible Western concept of mission command and what that means for U.S. strategy.
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In Europe, the problem is deterrence, not drones
Instead of focusing on defending against drones from the east, Europe should invest in its ability to strike back at Russia, this op-ed's author argues.
The US draws down some troops on NATO’s eastern flank
The U.S. Army later confirmed the move, but denied it was a sign of lessened commitment to NATO.
Opinion
US troops should be alarmed at Trump’s strikes on alleged drug boats
The author of this op-ed argues the recent strikes on alleged drug boats create a precedent that gives an advantage to America's near-peer adversaries.
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