Tag: Uighurs

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.

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Stevenson’s army, November 30

NYT says Fakhrizadeh killing was done by a dozen people with multiple vehicles in a carefully planned attack.WaPo sorts out Israeli motives.
Lobbyists are working hard to weaken Uighur sanctions.
Neera Tanden, Biden pick for OMB, looks like the prime GOP target since the job requires Senate confirmation.
Axios says Biden is considering retired Army General Lloyd Austin for SecDef.  Bad move. The law would have to be waived since he been out of uniform only 3 years. Mattis set troubling example of ignoring civilians.
Politico lists House members vulnerable to redistricting.
SCOTUS hears census citizenship case today.

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