Through its publications INSS provides cutting-edge research, analyses, and innovative solutions on critical national security issues in support of the joint warfighter and Department of War stakeholders.
May 7, 2025
China's Overseas Bases & the Transition to War, with T.X. Hammes on Midrats podcast
The People’s Republic of China continues to expand its already well-established contestation of ownership, access, and control of ports throughout the world.
INSS Participates in Roundtable with Foundation for Strategic Research Visiting Fellows
Dr. Tom Lynch, Dr. Lisa Aronsson, and Mr. Brett Swaney of INSS participated in a roundtable dialogue with visiting fellows from the Fondation pour la recherche stratégique [Foundation for Strategic Research (FRS)]
May 6, 2025
Xi Can’t Trust His Own Military
An unending purge in China's top military ranks raises serious questions over the country's readiness for offensive war.
May 5, 2025
China's Cockpit Advances Pose Challenges for U.S. Combat Pilots
China’s latest AI-enabled fighter jet systems are redefining the rules of air combat. With real-time predictive targeting and near-perfect accuracy, these advancements challenge even the most skilled U.S. pilots.
May 1, 2025
Briefing on Nuclear Narrative Considerations for NATO to Nuclear Policy Group: Brussels
At the request of the Office of the Secretary of Defense Nuclear and Countering WMD Policy, Sarah Gamberini delivered a presentation on developing strategic communications plans for countering adversary information warfare campaigns focused on weapons of mass destruction to the Nuclear Policy Group’s High Level Group at NATO Headquarters in April 2025.
April 30, 2025
INSS Participates in Proliferation Security Initiative (PSI) Balkans Regional Engagement in Slovenia
On 15 April, Mr. Paul J. David-Justus and Senior Policy Fellow Dr. Kathleen Ellis facilitated a tabletop exercise at the Proliferation Security Initiative (PSI) Balkans Regional Engagement in Ljubljana, Slovenia.
April 24, 2025
Assessing Anomalous Health Incidents of “Havana Syndrome”: Potential Utility — And Issues — Of Using Modular Integrated Artificial Intelligence
Havana Syndrome refers to a constellation of neuropsychiatric signs and symptoms that have been classified as anomalous health incidents (AHIs).
April 17, 2025
Joint Force Quarterly 117 (2nd Quarter 2025)
Communication is a critical element to the human experience.
April 14, 2025
INSS Visiting Scholar Mr. Shinagawa Presents Research Brief
INSS Visiting Scholar Mr. Takahiro Shinagawa presented the interim report of his research on future strategic concepts for the Japan-U.S. Alliance.
March 31, 2025
What Would a Military Strike on Iran Mean for the Middle East?
An attack by the United States or Israel would have profound effects on domestic Iranian politics, the strategy of U.S. Gulf allies, and broader regional dynamics.