Author: Michael

A lot happens every day. Alliances shift, leaders change, and conflicts erupt. With In Brief, we’ll help you make sense of it all. Each week, experts will dig deep on a single issue happening in the world to help you better understand it. *** President Joe Biden has now entered the “lame duck” period of his presidency. He has only a few weeks left to make foreign policy moves that could cement his legacy. We asked four experts to consider what international steps the Biden administration might take — or not take — before Donald Trump’s inauguration on Jan. 20, 2025.

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We are sharing a free Thanksgiving episode of the Russia Contingency with you all to express our gratitude for your listenership and support. This episode, brought to you by OneBrief, features Michael Kofman and Rob Lee discussing the state of the Russo-Ukrainian War and the role of technology, especially drones. Many of the insights they share are based on their recent research trip to Ukraine. Image: Ukrainian Ministry of Defense
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One of the biggest struggles that people face during the holidays is how to stay in shape while still enjoying themselves. Between the events, family, friends and food, trying to keep up with a well-balanced diet and exercise routine becomes a tall order. We all know that scheduling, especially in a military family, is hectic at best. Throw in some holiday events, family visits, or out-of-town trips, and the whole thing starts to resemble a Tarantino film. That being said, it is not impossible to juggle holiday commitments and health goals.

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