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Only inefficient bureaucrats should worry about Gabbard
OPINION: The histrionic attacks on Lt. Col. Tulsi Gabbard miss the mark. I know Ms. Gabbard, and the only people who should be concerned about her serving as director of national intelligence are incompetent bureaucrats used to the status quo in our intelligence community.
Advice for the incoming commander of US Forces Korea
The U.S. Senate recently confirmed Army Lt. Gen. Xavier T. Brunson as the new commander of U.S. Forces Korea (USFK). I know General Brunson only by reputation — stellar — and his impressive service record. Why would I presume to give unsolicited advice to the new USFK boss? In 2008, I was almost in his shoes. Knowing that Secretary of Defense Robert Gates was ready to nominate me as the first non-Army officer to command USFK, I gave deep thought to the challenges and opportunities on the horizon.
10/30/24 Korean News and Commentary
Quotes of the Day: “Civilized men are more discourteous than savages because they know they can be impolite without having their skulls split, as a general thing.” – Robert E. Howard (American Writer) "We swallow greedily any lie that flatters us, but we sip only little by little at a truth we find bitter." – Denis Diderot “Unorthodoxy threatens more than the life of a mere individual; it strikes at Society itself.” – Aldous Huxley 1. Advice for the incoming commander of US Forces Korea 2.
The next president must defuse the Korean crisis to avoid nuclear catastrophe
By Dan Leaf and Christine Ahn Hubris is, by definition, dangerous. Today, we face three examples of risky self-confidence on the increasingly unstable Korean Peninsula with catastrophic nuclear consequences. In a blunt signal to adversaries in September, North Korea released rare photos of Kim Jong-un inspecting a previously undisclosed nuclear enrichment facility, highlighting Kim’s directive to “exponentially increase” the country’s nuclear weapons.
The next president must defuse the Korean crisis to avoid nuclear catastrophe
By Dan Leaf and Christine Ahn, Chicago Tribune Hubris is, by definition, dangerous. Today, we face three examples of risky self-confidence on the increasingly unstable Korean Peninsula with catastrophic nuclear consequences. In a blunt signal to adversaries in September, North Korea released rare photos of Kim Jong Un inspecting a previously undisclosed nuclear enrichment facility, highlighting Kim's directive to "exponentially increase" the country's nuclear weapons.
Commentary: The next president must defuse the Korean crisis to avoid nuclear catastrophe
Hubris is, by definition, dangerous. Today, we face three examples of risky self-confidence on the increasingly unstable Korean Peninsula with catastrophic nuclear consequences. In a blunt signal to adversaries in September, North Korea released rare photos of Kim Jong Un inspecting a previously undisclosed nuclear enrichment facility, highlighting Kim’s directive to “exponentially increase” the country’s nuclear weapons.
Commentary: The Next President Must Defuse The Korean Crisis To Avoid Nuclear Catastrophe - Chicago Tribune
Hubris is, by definition, dangerous. Today, we face three examples of risky self-confidence on the increasingly unstable Korean Peninsula with catastrophic nuclear consequences. In a blunt signal to adversaries in September, North Korea released rare photos of Kim Jong Un inspecting a previously undisclosed nuclear enrichment facility, highlighting Kim’s directive to “exponentially increase” the country’s nuclear weapons.
It’s Time to Resolve the Korean War
‘More Dangerous’ Than at Any Time Since June 1950 When facing potential conflict, communication channels matter. The Biden administration worked hard in 2023 to reestablish direct military-to-military contact with the Chinese People’s Liberation Army.
Opinion | I Know How Nuclear War Is Waged, So I’m Calling for Peace With North Korea
Guest Essay A rally for unification of the Korean Peninsula in Paju, South Korea, near the border with North Korea, last year.Credit...Ahn Young-joon/Associated Press Send any friend a story As a subscriber, you have 10 gift articles to give each month. Anyone can read what you share.
I Know How Nuclear War Is Waged, So I’m Calling for Peace With North Korea
As a young U.S. Air Force fighter pilot in the late 1970s, I was trained to carry out nuclear strikes in a rigorous process designed to ensure that no contingencies — mechanical or ethical — deter your mission. Certain things remain burned into my memory: maps and photos of my target and the realization of the Armageddon I would leave in my wake. Training culminated with a sworn pledge to vaporize that target without hesitation.
Four Simple Tips to Partner Effectively with Your Contracting Teams
4 Simple Tips To Partner Like Your Project’s Life Depends On It Wireless engineering and construction are in high demand as the nation races to build out its 5G network. According to a report by the Global Systems Mobile Association (GSMA), an organization representing over 750 operators worldwide, the number of devices connected to the Internet will triple by 2025, reaching 25 billion. It is expected that only 1/4 of 5G’s full potential will be reached by the end of 2021.
Small Cell Towers are the Future of Smart Cities, Here’s Why:
by Dan Leaf, CEO and President, LEAF Communications As we look toward the future, we envision a world of connectivity, data and efficiency, with smart cities being the future for urban areas. At its core, a smart city uses devices and sensors to track and analyze data in real-time to better meet the needs of a community by improving its operations and managing resources more efficiently.
Five ways 5G will impact hotels with the rise of the contactless era
Companies operating in the hotel and hospitality industry face strong competition from rivals when attempting to attract customers. The past 18 months have been difficult for the industry as well as the country as a whole. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the population is beginning to travel more extensively again, presenting an excellent opportunity to stimulate interest in a particular hotel destination.
Peacewriter Prize
The Peacewriter Prize is a writing competition seeking bold and innovative responses to the world’s peacemaking challenges. Winning entries are published by HD and included in the briefing material for participants at the annual Oslo Forum. About the prize Entries should take the form of an essay, of no more than 3,000 words, on a specific thematic or geographic topic in the field of conflict mediation and peacemaking. Fresh, creative and innovative ideas are paramount.
Column: Biden must focus early on North Korea
Mahalo for supporting Honolulu Star-Advertiser. Enjoy this free story! President-elect Joe Biden and his administration will have a very full job jar as they seek to fulfil campaign promises and move away from Trump-era policies. The Korean peninsula is one area that could easily fall to the “later” category, but should not. Failing to put proper focus on the Koreas, especially North Korea (DPRK), has two risks.
Japan’s Risky Aegis Ashore Radar Choice | RealClearDefense
Japan’s Risky Aegis Ashore Radar ChoiceDan Leaf, The Japan Times August 1, 2018 HONOLULU – In a surprising move, Japan's Defense Ministry has chosen an unproven developmental radar to support planned Aegis Ashore missile defense systems. In selecting the Long Range Discrimination Radar (LRDR) over the Air and Missile Defense Radar (AMDR AN/SPY-6) radar, Japan has chosen expected economy over ease of integration and demonstrated operational capability.Read Full Article »
Japan's risky Aegis Ashore radar choice
In early July, Reuters reported that, in a surprising move, Japan’s Defense Ministry has chosen an unproven developmental radar to support planned Aegis Ashore missile defense systems. If Japan has in fact decided to choose the Long Range Discrimination Radar (LRDR) over the Air and Missile Defense Radar (AMDR AN/SPY-6) radar, it has chosen expected economy over ease of integration and demonstrated operational capability.
North Korean Triad: Diplomacy, Sanctions, Missile Defense
On Feb. 11, 2018, The New York Times editorial board published an article assailing the “dangerous illusion of missile defense.” In summary, the piece asserted that the recent failure of a missile defense test illustrates shortcomings in the system: U.S. President Donald Trump is overstating the effectiveness of existing and proposed capabilities. Rushing missile defenses, to fielding without realistic testing, to perfection has resulted in a system that is not foolproof.
Comprehensive Missile Defense for the Homeland | RealClearDefense
The recent wail of a nuclear attack warning test throughout Hawaii and the latest North Korean missile test should be enough to disabuse the U.S. security community of any sense of immunity to attack at home. With the new capabilities the launch demonstrated, countering North Korean ballistic missiles is an urgent strategic and operational priority — but that is only one aspect of the broader threat of missiles against the U.S. military forces and, just as important, the homeland.
The U.S. Dilemma – What to Do About North Korea | RealClearDefense
Despite tough talk about Rocket Man and North Korea, there has been little substantive action on the security front from the Trump administration and the Department of Defense. With the exception of farther-north-than-normal B-1B bomber flights, it appears to be business-as-usual in these unusual times. There may be more behind the scenes, but visible and substantial action is needed to deter aggression from the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK).
America's Options on North Korea Are Bleak
Despite tough talk about Rocket Man and North Korea, there has been little substantive action on the security front from the Trump administration and the Department of Defense. With the exception of farther-north-than-normal B-1B bomber flights, it appears to be business-as-usual in these unusual times. There may be more behind the scenes, but visible and substantial action is needed to deter aggression from the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK).
Improve Hawai’i’s Missile Defenses - Now
The islands need interceptor missiles to fend off possible attack from North Korea. If North Korea’s Kim Jung-un decides to use his all-but-inevitable nuclear ICBM to strike the United States, his target might be Hawai’i. While the U.S. must continue to develop its continental anti-missile systems, it is past time to focus on improving the defenses of America’s 50th state. Perhaps Pyongyang intends to use this capability as a bargaining chip, or a tool for continued provocation.
The US Army Urgently Needs a Modern Air-Defense Control System
It’s got one under development, dubbed IBCS. It’s delayed, over budget — and vital to American security. As North Korea continues to test its missiles and demonstrate its intransigence in word and deed, Adm. Harry Harris wants the U.S. Army to step up its role in joint operations.
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