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Dov S. Zakheim, Opinion Contributor

Dov S. Zakheim, Opinion Contributor

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The lesson of helping to save the Hurricane Hunters

As a result of climate change, major storms are expected to become even more frequent, and the pressure on the ancient aircraft and the people that...

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Dov S. Zakheim, Opinion Contributor

NATO allies are defying Putin’s nuclear threats — so should Washington

America has always prided itself on its leadership of NATO. This time, however, it is the NATO allies who are demonstrating leadership in support of...

31.05.2024 20

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Dov S. Zakheim, Opinion Contributor

The walls are closing in on Bibi

Many observers, myself included, have for some time called for Netanyahu’s departure from government. It is clear that he will not voluntarily...

24.05.2024 20

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Dov S. Zakheim, Opinion Contributor

Britain will face defense challenges no matter who wins its upcoming election

Regardless of which party forms the next British government, it will find that actually restoring the country’s defense posture will take more...

17.05.2024 10

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Dov S. Zakheim, Opinion Contributor

America must counter Moscow’s ongoing advances in Africa

There is no denying that Africa is simply not high on Washington’s list of priorities.

10.05.2024 30

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Dov S. Zakheim, Opinion Contributor

Campus riots undermine the Palestinian cause, but Netanyahu’s allies undermine Israel’s

Benjamin Netanyahu and his right-wing cabinet allies are certain to benefit most from any shift in public opinion away from support of Gaza’s...

03.05.2024 30

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Dov S. Zakheim, Opinion Contributor

Granting waivers on Iranian oil only emboldens the ayatollahs

The only way to reach any agreement with Tehran to constrain the activities of its clients is by exerting pressure on Iran itself.

26.04.2024 10

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Dov S. Zakheim, Opinion Contributor

Why Jordan came to Israel’s rescue

On its face, Jordan’s high-risk decision to support Israel in repelling the hundreds of aerial vehicles that Iran fired at the Jewish State appears...

19.04.2024 10

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Dov S. Zakheim, Opinion Contributor

The plight of NATO’s navies

Years of underspending on defense generally and on naval forces in particular have left many NATO navies short of both personnel and funding for...

12.04.2024 10

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Dov S. Zakheim, Opinion Contributor

The Biden-Kishida summit should set the stage for a unified U.S.-Japanese military command

Given likely future pressures on Japan’s defense budget, there is much to be said for increasing the synergies that could be realized from...

05.04.2024 6

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Dov S. Zakheim, Opinion Contributor

Is Netanyahu’s coalition on the verge of collapse?

His ultra-Orthodox Haredi partners in the governing coalition are demanding an extension of the military service exemption for young men pursuing...

29.03.2024 20

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Dov S. Zakheim, Opinion Contributor

Putin, in the footsteps of Potemkin, is trying to recreate the Russian Empire

It is only Ukrainian resilience and true fighting grit that has stood in the way of Putin’s efforts to dominate the lands between his country and...

22.03.2024 3

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Dov S. Zakheim, Opinion Contributor

There’s no predicting what the next defense budget will look like

The budget is declining in real terms. The only question is the magnitude of that decline.

15.03.2024 20

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A major step in reforming the Pentagon’s outdated budget system

The report offers a total of 28 recommendations, many of which focus on the need for more frequent and in-depth analysis that, will enable DOD both...

08.03.2024 30

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Turkey and Hungary have much to fear from Putin’s predations

Despite their personal relationships with Vladimir Putin, both Erdogan and Orbán may have decided to hedge their bets on Russia.

01.03.2024 6

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Biden speaks to governors after announcing new Russia sanctions: Watch live

President Biden will address the National Governors Association (NGA) in a reception Friday at the White House as the state leaders hold their winter...

23.02.2024 3

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Wanted: More Navy ships

The shipbuilding budget must increase significantly in 2025, or else the Navy may find itself forced to relinquish at least one of the missions deemed...

23.02.2024 10

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Dov S. Zakheim, Opinion Contributor

Biotechnology should be high on the agenda at the Munich Security Conference

Biotechnology’s applications have the potential to alter geopolitical dynamics significantly. China has understood this reality for some time.

16.02.2024 5

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Dov S. Zakheim, Opinion Contributor

Unless Biden exerts real pressure on Israel, Saudi Arabia will not normalize relations

Riyadh has no intention of letting Washington take it for granted.

09.02.2024 6

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Dov S. Zakheim, Opinion Contributor

America cannot leave the Middle East, however much it wants to

Even were the Gaza war to end today, the threat that Iran and its proxies pose to the United States and its friends in the Gulf would not disappear.

02.02.2024 10

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Dov S. Zakheim, Opinion Contributor

To save Ukraine, Democrats must compromise on immigration

Any hope for its passage will clearly require concessions to the Republicans — especially those in the House— on border control that would enable...

26.01.2024 20

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Billionaire Haley donor waiting for New Hampshire results to give 'major gift'

One of GOP presidential candidate Nikki Haley’s largest financial backers said he will wait for the results of Tuesday's New Hampshire primary to...

18.01.2024 20

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Explaining the long-standing tensions between Iran and Pakistan

The timing of the Iranian attack is puzzling.

18.01.2024 10

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Dov S. Zakheim, Opinion Contributor

More questions about Secretary Austin’s absence

Given the threats that America faces in Europe, East Asia and the Middle East, no administration can afford a gap in the chain of command even for a...

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Dov S. Zakheim, Opinion Contributor

America needs a carrier strike group to deter Hezbollah

Since even the presence of the aircraft carrier task force did not deter Hezbollah from attacking Israel, its replacement by a smaller, older and less...

05.01.2024 5

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Dov S. Zakheim, Opinion Contributor

Scandinavia is boosting its defense spending even as Sweden’s NATO entry is stalled

Many on Capitol Hill who oppose Ukraine aid point to Europe’s unwillingness to spend money to defend itself.

29.12.2023 6

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Dov S. Zakheim, Opinion Contributor

Netanyahu should reconsider his priorities and bring the hostages home

Netanyahu’s determination to press on with the war, even as Israeli hostages languish in Hamas captivity, reflects the views and the pressure that...

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Dov S. Zakheim, Opinion Contributor

Xi’s visit to Hanoi hasn’t really changed much in the South China Sea

Clearly there are limits to how far China is willing to go in order to foster good relations with its southern neighbor.

15.12.2023 3

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Dov S. Zakheim, Opinion Contributor

To stop the Houthis, America should ramp up pressure on Iran

Should Iran continue to encourage its proxies to attack American forces and international shipping, Washington could work jointly with key allies to...

08.12.2023 20

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