Policy
How UN Members Want To Bypass a Security Council Veto
Proposals from France and Brazil reopened a much-needed discussion on how to make the Security Council more responsive to mass atrocities like the Syrian conflict. By Stewart M. Patrick
Policy
India's Stake In Obama's Afghanistan Policy
The future of Afghanistan is among India's top concerns during Obama's New Delhi visit to talk terrorism, immigration, climate change and nuclear liability. By George E. Condon, Jr.
Policy
Saudi King Dies Amid Middle East Power Struggle
Amid a new Middle East, King Abdullah's death leaves Saudi Arabia still ruled by elderly heirs. By Adam Chandler
Policy
Top HASC Republican Rebuffs Obama: Syria ‘Still a Bloody Mess’
House Armed Services Chairman Mac Thornberry says the ‘ugly truth’ is there are few good options for defeating the Islamic State and saving Syria. By Molly O’Toole
Policy
The War America Doesn't Want To Own
In his State of the Union adddress, Obama asked Congress and the public to support a campaign that none of them want to own—not even him. By Uri Friedman
Policy
Obama and Congress Approach an Impasse on Iran Sanctions
A potential showdown between Senate Democrats and the White House over Iran could lead to the first successful veto override of President Obama's tenure. By Fawn Johnson
Policy
Republican Lawmakers Try Again To Cut 115,000 Civilian Defense Jobs
Rep. Kevin Calvert, R-Calif., is leading the charge to rein in an 'out of control' bureaucracy and save $82.5 billion over five years. By Eric Katz
Policy
Obama: ‘Shadow of Crisis Has Passed’ As It Hangs Over US Foreign Policy
Under fire after security crises across the globe, President Obama takes the toughest line in American politics: stay the course. Is it the right one? By Molly O’Toole
Ideas
Special Report: The State of Defense 2015
As President Obama prepares to give his State of the Union speech, Defense One takes a closer look at the nation's military and the state of defense.
Policy
How America's National Security Hawks Empowered Iran
Invading Iraq didn't strengthen America's hand with Tehran. In fact, it did just the opposite. By Conor Friedersdorf
Policy
Obama, GOP Agree the US Needs New War Powers To Fight ISIS
During a meeting with congressional leaders Tuesday, the only real progress came on Syria, with Obama pledging to work on a use of force resolution. By Alex Brown
Policy
GOP Leaders Say Romney ‘Vindicated’ on National Security
McCain, Ayotte and Portman say Romney has been ‘vindicated’ on foreign policy, but withhold endorsements as governor seeks national security credibility. By Molly O’Toole
Policy
GOP Senators Come Out Swinging on Guantanamo
Joint Chiefs Chairman Dempsey says closing Guantanamo is in the national interest. McCain says his positions are 'wrong' and 'ridiculous.' By Molly O’Toole
Policy
Pelosi: The GOP Is ‘Threatening a Partial Government Shutdown’
Democrats in the House accuse the GOP of gambling with the nation's security by pitching a plan to keep the Department of Homeland Security open if the White House backs off executive action on immigration. By Eric Katz
Policy
Feinstein's Uphill Battle To Permanently Ban the Use of Torture
After the release of the Senate ‘torture report,’ Feinstein faces a tough battle to make the ban permanent. By Molly O’Toole
Policy
Obama’s No-Show in Paris March Was a 'Mistake,' White House Says
Press Secretary Josh Earnest said Monday that the Obama administration 'should have sent someone with a higher profile' to the unity rallyin France this weekend. By Marina Koren
Policy
Now Is Not the Time To Reform the NSA, Republicans Warn
Republicans on Capitol Hill say the shooting in Paris shows that the NSA should be empowered and not hamstrung by reform. By Lauren Fox
Policy
New GOP Congress Targets Increased Sanctions on Iran
A Republican-led Congress gives hawks new life to counter the president's negotiations over Tehran's nuclear program. By Kaveh Waddell
Policy
Obama Sidelines Mexico Security Issues During Presidential Visit
The U.S.-Mexico security partnership is threatened by accusations of corruption and human rights abuses. By Molly O’Toole
Policy