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Past Events

Global Perceptions of US Defense in a Changing World

PAST EVENT

Emerging Leaders and Young Professional members are invited to a lunch and roundtable discussion on the US military with Alex Wagner.

Nov 18

The United States Air Force Thunderbirds perform during the Pacific Airshow in Huntington Beach, California, on October 4, 2024.

Eric Thayer / AP

The Middle East on Edge: What's Next for Iran, Israel, and the Region

PAST EVENT VIDEO

Security and Middle East policy experts discuss the Iran-Israel conflict, the current ceasefire, and the status of Iran's nuclear program.

Jul 29

From left to right: Leslie Vinjamuri, Ali Vaez, Robert Pape, and Rachel Bronson on the Council stage.

Ana Miyares Photography

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Commentary

November 20, 2025

Inside Trump’s National Security Playbook

Podcast

Deep Dish on Global Affairs Podcast

Insider insights from the architect of Trump’s 2017 National Security Strategy.

Julia Demaree Nikhinson / AP

Defense and Security

November 18, 2025

Does Europe Need a Drone Wall?

Analysis

by Julianne Smith

A surge in drone incursions is prompting the EU and NATO to reevaluate their defense systems. Could a drone wall be the answer? Distinguished Nonresident Fellow in Defense and Security Ambassador Julianne Smith weighs in.

A drone flies in a live-fire exercise near the northeastern city of Alexandroupolis, Greece, testing domestically-developed drones and counter-drone systems as part of NATO's modernization efforts on Friday, Nov. 14, 2025.

Thanassis Stavrakis / AP

Defense and Security

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Research

November 17, 2025

Americans Grow More Supportive of Aiding Taiwan in a China Crisis

RESEARCH

Public Opinion Survey by Craig Kafura

Still, the US public prefers to maintain the status quo across the Taiwan Strait rather than risk military confrontation with Beijing.

Louise Delmotte / AP

US Foreign Policy

October 14, 2025

US Public Support for Alliances at All-Time High

RESEARCH

Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

Solid majorities of Democrats and Independents think the United States should consult with allies before making major foreign policy decisions, but only four in 10 Republicans agree.