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The Shooting Party: Russia Evolving Threat Perceptions Since 2022

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Although Russian operations in Ukraine reveal a degree of adaptability, the war has not reshaped Russia’s broader framework of threat perceptions.

programs that have shaped their strategic planning for years. The first is the development of Prompt Global Strike (PGS), designed to enable the United States to deliver precision conventional ... thinking, in which the US conducts massed decapitation strikes against national command-and-control systems and the strategic nuclear force, executed through both group and individual tactical-level strikes. The proposed Russian response remains focused on escalation control and decisive action to inflict “unacceptable damage” on an adversary. The second focus of concern is the development of US

Charting the Pathway to OMFTS

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The Director, Expeditionary Warfare Division ( N75 ) asked the Center for Naval Analyses (CNA) to develop and assess the role of amphibious, maritime pre-positioning force, and tactical lift in the context of U.S. Marine Corps ’ new warfighting concept for expedi- tionary operations, known as OMFTS. This core project is entitled Relating Amphibious Lift to Forcible Entry. One task within the project is a historical assessment of amphibious operations, especially as related to forcible entry and Marine Corps operational concepts. This report fulfills that task. It explains the rationale behind amphib- ious warfare, discusses changes in amphibious warfare since 1941, and identifies historical approaches for success in operations similar to OMFTS. Thereby, we provide a general assessment of the relation- ship between OMFTS and historical reality. OMFTS, together with its supporting concept of ship-to-objective maneuver (STOM), is described as a new and decisive form of amphibious warfare. In this new concept, assault units will penetrate deep into enemy territory along multiple axes over extended fronts (very broad or deep fronts). They will seize their operational objec- tive directly and without pause. The major argument of our historical assessme nt is that th e stated premises u n derlying th e OMFTS warfighting concept are largely sound but incomplete. OMFTS includes notable means of transforming amphibious warfare, such as altering methods of supply, exploiting new technologies, and incor- porating the principles of maneuver warfare. Indeed, there are his- torical indications that OMFTS might make amphibious warfare less methodical and less costly. Nevertheless, key historical constraints and demands of amphibious warfare have been neglected so far.

the Center for Naval Analyses (CNA) to develop and assess the role of amphibious, maritime pre-positioning force, and tactical lift in the context of U.S. Marine Corps ’ new warfighting concept for expedi- ... of amphibious, maritime pre-positioning force, and tactical lift in the context of the U.S. Marine Corps ’ new concept for amphibious warfare, operational maneuver from the sea (OMFTS). The overall ... between landing and significant advance from the beachhead, known as the operational pause, will be minimized through sea basing. Rather than building up supplies ashore, the landing force

intersections: Issue 1, November 2022

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Intersections, Issue 1, CNA news digest of China’s efforts to acquire Western technology, U.S. and partner efforts to protect technology for national security.

to protect critical and emerging technologies that have military applications. In this inaugural issue, we cover a recent investigation into PRC hypersonic missile development using US software ... and stopped. Boosting Talent through Recruitment Programs PRC labs recruit US scientists to support China's military technology development. A 2022 report from Strider Technologies, titled The Los ... contributed to China's development of military and dual-use technologies, including hypersonics, jet engines, deep-earth penetrating warheads, submarine warfare, and UAVs. Talent programs

pla update: Issue 7, February 16, 2023

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PLA Update, Issue 7, is a CNA China Studies Program monthly newsletter, with summaries of Chinese media coverage of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA).

, and scientific” and to “facilitate the high-quality development of the civilian personnel workforce.” A comparison of the 2022 and 2017 editions of these regulations shows that the updated policy ... ground force officer Huang Ming to the PLA’s highest general officer rank—General (three stars in their system)—at a ceremony in Beijing also attended by senior military leaders. PRC media reporting ... ) in the future, according to a recent article by a researcher at a PLA center for doctrinal development. On January 19, the PLA’s official newspaper carried an article titled “ Deep Sea Space: The New

Department of the Navy and Strategic Competition with the PRC

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Near-term recommendations for how the Navy can better position itself for competition below the threshold of armed conflict..

, and platforms—personnel is a critical element. Highly capable, experienced, and motivated servicemembers and DON civilians are an advantage the US joint force and the US naval services must continue to maintain by recruiting, retaining, and developing high‑quality military and civilian personnel. The DON force must also have a fundamental understanding of the nature of the strategic competition with the PRC ... (URL) officers to enhance the abilities of future warfighting commanders to engage effectively with their ally and partner operational counterparts. Increase DON engagement in the development

The Trans Sahara Counter Terrorism Partnership

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The Trans Sahara Counter Terrorism Partnership (TSCTP) is a multiyear, interagency program aimed at countering terrorism (CT) and countering violent extremism (CVE) in the Sahel and Maghreb. By U.S. government standards, TSCTP is an exceptional program for its ability to marshal interagency resources in support of a multifaceted approach to regional security that spans the “3Ds” – Diplomacy, Defense, and Development. However, like many other foreign assistance programs, TSCTP is not without planning and implementation challenges, which will be detailed in this study.

is an exceptional program for its ability to marshal interagency resources in support of a multifaceted approach to regional security that spans the “3Ds” – Diplomacy, Defense, and Development. However, like ... , and to counter terrorism (CT) by building long-term security force counterterrorism capacity and regional security cooperation. By U.S. government standards, TSCTP is an exceptional program for its ability to marshal interagency resources in support of a regional security approach that spans the “3Ds” – Diplomacy, Defense, and Development. The program covers ten countries in the Sahel and Maghreb: Algeria

intersections: Issue 15, July 2025

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Intersections is a CNA news digest of China’s efforts to acquire Western technology, and U.S. and partner efforts to protect that technology for national security.

development efforts, US and partner nation responses, and critical and emerging technology risks with military implications. Issue 15 considers the military and security dimensions of China's export ... license. China has allowed some shipments of the restricted rare earth elements to the US. However, as noted by an unnamed Air Force official cited by the New York Times , the restrictions function ... tied to performance thresholds. This increased stringency of chip export controls follows recent developments in China's AI capabilities. The most notable development, discussed in Issue 13

pla update: Issue 10, May 17, 2023

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PLA Update, Issue 10, is a CNA China Studies Program monthly newsletter, with summaries of Chinese media coverage of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA).

the force. On April 27, a PRC Defense Ministry spokesperson released information on the PLA's new "Regulations on Military Ribbons," which came into force on January 1, 2023. The spokesperson called ... of National Defense . DOCTRINAL ISSUES AMS Authors Decode Concepts of Unmanned & Intelligent Ops Researchers from the PLA's leading center for doctrinal development call for standardizing ... of technological development and military modernization. The AMS authors first distinguish between the terms "unmanned" and "intelligence" by describing "intelligence" as a high-level state of being

Jeffery Peterson to Lead CNA’s Center for Naval Analyses; Gordon Jaquith to Direct Navy Relations

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CNA today confirmed two new members of its leadership team, Jeffery Peterson and Gordon Jaquith, with the Center for Naval Analyses.

, Tactics, and Force Development Division, where he will continue to serve. “Both Jeff and Gordon have demonstrated excellent leadership and shown great initiative and commitment to CNA,” said CEO ... Center for Naval Analyses; Gordon Jaquith to Direct Navy Relations CNA confirmed its leadership team for the Center for Naval Analyses today. Jeffery Peterson, who has led CNA’s Resources and Force ... tactics and strategy to military recruiting and retention. Founded in 1942, the Center for Naval Analyses is the federally funded research and development center for the Department of the Navy

Dr. Andrew Mara Named Executive Vice President of the CNA's Center for Naval Analyses

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CNA Corporation today announced that Dr. Andrew Mara has been named Executive Vice President of the Center for Naval Analyses, which is the Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) that provides research and analysis for the Department of the Navy.

for nearly 80 years,” she said. Mara has served as CNA’s Vice President and Director of the Systems, Tactics, and Force Development Division since March 2021. During his tenure he worked to align CNA ... CNA Corporation today announced that Dr. Andrew Mara has been named Executive Vice President of the Center for Naval Analyses, which is the Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC ... Analyses CNA Corporation today announced that Dr. Andrew S. Mara has been named Executive Vice President of the Center for Naval Analyses, which is the Federally Funded Research and Development Center