Is America's Oldest Ally Having the Croissant and Eating it Too?
Thursday Reads
April 13, 2023
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America's Oldest Ally: Having the Croissant and Eating it Too
by Leon Hadar
It has long been national interest, rather than high-minded idealism, that has driven French foreign policy—including its reliance on American military might. Read it here.
Misled Confidence? Taiwan Needs a Wake-Up Call, So Does America
by Dennis L. C. Weng & Jared Jeter
As most of what the United States understands about the conflict across the Taiwan Strait comes from political messaging, believing that all is well is tempting but misguided. Read it here.
Why America and the World Need Nuclear Power
by Todd Royal
Global energy consumption is projected to rise 50 percent by 2050. Meeting this expected demand will be a herculean challenge, especially if such energy must be clean. Read it here.
The West Must Wake Up to the Iranian Drone Threat
by Brent Cagen
Iran's drones, particularly those that serve as loitering munitions, are becoming a key component of Tehran's low-intensity warfare tactics. Read it here.
Israel's Fundamental Challenges Haven't Changed in 75 Years
by Alexander Loengarov
Nearly seventy-five years after the country's founding, it seems that Israel is in dire need of true dialogue between the population groups within and outside its official borders. Read it here.
