Stevenson’s army, February 20

– President Biden’s speech to the Munich Security Conference signaled several policy changes.

– NYT says US is trying to avoid red lines with Iran.

– Although Biden hasn’t called anyone in the Saudi leadership, SecDef Austin spoke to MBS.

-Report to UNSC says Erik Prince helped organize mercenary army for Libya.

– FP reports disagreement in State over Uighur “genocide” label.

– Lawfare piece says China coast guard law violates Law of Sea treaty.

-Defense One article analyzes China’s military-civil fusion plan.

I don’t agree with everything I send around. Here’s an example. Several former intelligence officials argue that cyber deterrence requires strong offensive capability  I have long believed that the US has a cult of the offensive preoccupation with cyber offense and that we need much more spending for defense and resiliency.