When Opposition to War with Iran Turns into Absurdity
by Luis Fleischman
It is remarkable to witness the level of ignorance displayed by certain public officials, segments of the media, and various analysts when evaluating the rationale behind the joint American–Israeli military operation against Iran. For Americans, it is natural to perceive Russia and China as primary threats, given how deeply U.S. strategic thinking has been shaped […]
Estonia Has the Cards: Tiny Tech Nation Can Down Iranian Drones
by Melinda Haring
Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur spoke with the Jerusalem Strategic Tribune’s Melinda Haring on March 19, 2026 from Miami, Florida, where he was attending the Miami Security Forum. Pevkur assumed his position in July 2022. From 2022 to 2025, Estonia’s defense sector has grown seven-fold, and Pevkur expects more growth. Estonia has focused on automatization, […]
Basing U.S. Navy Vessels in the Indian Ocean: A Step Toward Long-Term Engagement
by Michael Purzycki
When American policymakers think of the Indo-Pacific region and the challenges it poses for U.S. security interests, it is understandable that the Pacific part comes to mind first. From the constant possibility of a Chinese invasion of Taiwan to North Korea’s menacing nuclear arsenal, threats to stability in the Western Pacific have enormous implications for […]