Areas of Expertise - Washington Institute For Defence & Security

18 Nov 24

Viktor Bout’s dangerous comeback: A new challenge for global security

One of the famous Russian arms dealers has returned to the world of weapons after being in prison in the United States. He was arrested on ‌charges of terrorism, but now the Biden-Harris administration has signed the order for his release. Now he is back in Russia and is selling weapons to different terrorist groups, […]

11 Nov 24

What are the challenges and changes occur in US defense industry

In April 2022, Kathleen Hicks, Deputy Secretary of Defense, raised serious concerns about the United State defense industry. The competition in the defense industry is decreasing with the passage of time. One of the reports from February 2022, highlighted that the number of defense contractors had dropped. Due to the year of the merger, the […]

11 Nov 24

Cybercrime and terrorism: How BRICS nations can unite for enhanced security

In this modern age dependence on the information technology of different infrastructures and services increases the risks of various threats. One of the major risks is the increasing threat of cybercrime. Due to the lack of Information and communication technology(ICT), the military system faces many disadvantages. The government now faces many challenges to fight against […]

11 Nov 24

Trump’s Global Strategy: Is It Leading to Peace or Conflict?

The return of Donald Trump to the White House in 2024 could signal a shift in U.S. foreign policy, particularly in how the U.S. interacts with global powers and seeks to address conflicts worldwide. Trump’s previous administration was marked by an “America First” doctrine, emphasizing strength, bilateral deals, and a departure from multilateral commitments. As […]

11 Nov 24

US Pursues Collaborative Strategy to Combat Transnational Criminal Networks

The United States has increasingly focused its efforts on combating transnational criminal organizations (TCOs) through collaborative international strategies. These networks, which span across borders and engage in illicit activities such as drug trafficking, human trafficking, and money laundering, pose significant challenges to global security and stability. To address these growing threats, the U.S. government has […]

11 Nov 24

Trump’s Plan to Tighten the Screws on Tehran: A Look Ahead

As the 2024 U.S. presidential election approaches, the foreign policy strategies of candidates are coming into focus. Among them, former President Donald Trump’s stance on Iran is shaping up to be a defining issue. Trump’s policy toward Tehran during his first term was marked by a “maximum pressure” campaign, which sought to isolate Iran economically […]

11 Nov 24

Terrorist Groups Exploit Perceived U.S. Weakness Under Trump’s Leadership

As global power dynamics shift, terrorist groups are increasingly viewing the potential weakening of U.S. hegemony under a second term of Donald Trump as an opportunity to expand their influence. Trump’s foreign policy, characterized by “America First” and a retreat from international commitments, has created an environment that some groups find advantageous. This article explores […]

31 Oct 24

Enhancing counter-terrorism capabilities: Major US-India military exercises

It is important to note that the United States and India are currently involved in two important military exercises. These are held in Rajasthan. Furthermore, the latest exercise started on Monday. Yudh-Abhyaas will run for almost two weeks. This exercise is taking place at the Mahajan field firing ranges, which are located northwest of Bikaner. […]

26 Oct 24

US strategies: How to strengthen the global security against terrorism

US Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III spoke in Brussels at NATO’s meeting. He mainly focused on the fight against ISIS and worldwide terrorism. He pointed out the 3 key areas that pave the way for success. Global Coalition is a group formed in 2014 and includes 87 nations. He recognized the achievements ‌of this […]

19 Oct 24

How to fight against ISIS in a complicated global landscape

Ten years have passed in the US fight against the Islamic State. Now, ‌leaders from the United States and NATO have met in Brussels to have a discussion about the ongoing challenges they face. Recently, Niger kicked the United States troops out of their base that paid attention to fighting terrorism. This decision made it […]