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Here’s How Much Aid the United States Has Sent UkraineTen charts illustrate the extraordinary level of support the United States has provided Ukraine in its war against Russian invaders.
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Women This Week: Denmark to Expand Open Lottery to Draft WomenWelcome to “Women Around the World: This Week,” a series that highlights noteworthy news related to women and U.S. foreign policy. This week’s post covers June 28 to July 3.
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Women This Week: Indigenous Women Fight Wildfires in BoliviaWelcome to “Women Around the World: This Week,” a series that highlights noteworthy news related to women and U.S. foreign policy. This week’s post covers June 21 to June 27.
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Assessing the Effect of the U.S. Strikes on IranAs the dust settles over the American missile and bomb craters in Iran, questions are already swirling about the success of the U.S. operation and the ripple effect it could have on the region and beyond.
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What Is NATO?The alliance continues to bolster its military deterrent in Europe amid Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine and has expanded its membership in recent years.
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Trump’s Iran Attack Was Impressive, but Airpower Has Its LimitsDespite the impressive advances in airpower since the 1950s—like the precision-guided munitions employed in Saturday’s attack—there is only so much airstrikes can accomplish.
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Women This Week: British Vote to Expand Abortion RightsWelcome to “Women Around the World: This Week,” a series that highlights noteworthy news related to women and U.S. foreign policy. This week’s post covers June 14 to June 20.
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What Are Iran’s Nuclear and Missile Capabilities?Iran’s nuclear program and missile arsenal—particularly reports of a growing enriched uranium stockpile—garnered increased international scrutiny before becoming the primary targets of an attack by Israel in June.
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Trump’s Military Response to Protests: A Conversation on Law and PrecedentThe deployment of federal troops in Los Angeles has sparked concerns among some legal experts about the future of civilian-military relations in the United States. Two CFR experts weigh in on the potential implications.
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What Does the U.S. National Guard Do?The National Guard is a special part of the U.S. military that answers to both state governors and the president. While it began as a “strategic reserve,” the guard has come to play an important role in domestic and overseas operations.
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Comparing the Size and Capabilities of the Russian and Ukrainian MilitariesRussia holds a sizable advantage over Ukraine on troop numbers and weaponry yet the two sides have fought to a standstill. Russia this spring has ramped up attacks on civilian targets while resisting U.S. ceasefire calls.
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Robert B. McKeon Endowed Series on Military Strategy and LeadershipThe U.S. military service chiefs discuss the future of American defense strategy, military readiness, and emerging global challenges. The Robert B. McKeon Endowed Series on Military Strategy and Leadership features prominent individuals from the military and intelligence communities. For those attending virtually, log-in information and instructions on how to participate during the question and answer portion will be provided the evening before the event to those who register. Please note the audio, video, and transcript of this hybrid meeting will be posted on the CFR website.
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Women This Week: Labor Candidate Ali France Ousts Incumbent Opposition Leader in AustraliaWelcome to “Women Around the World: This Week,” a series that highlights noteworthy news related to women and U.S. foreign policy. This week’s post covers May 3 to May 9.
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Women This Week: Hegseth Announces End to Women, Peace and Security ProgramWelcome to “Women Around the World: This Week,” a series that highlights noteworthy news related to women and U.S. foreign policy. This week’s post covers March 26 to April 2.
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Women This Week: Women Escalate Efforts Against Mining Company in Guinea-BissauWelcome to “Women Around the World: This Week,” a series that highlights noteworthy news related to women and U.S. foreign policy. This week’s post covers April 19 to April 25.