Tag: Nuclear Weapons

Shift in U.S. Policy towards Iran – What Direction Will Trump Take?

It is time for a shift in U.S. policy towards Iran.  We are not referring simply to the Iranian nuclear agreement, the subject of controversy and continuing debate.  More importantly, America’s strategic Iranian policy requires a reorientation in order to reassert and defend American (and allied) interests in the Middle East.

U.S. Policy Towards Iran – President Obama’s Strategic Approach

Before addressing a new American policy, President Obama’s approach must be understood.  There were two key components of President Obama’s Iranian strategy.   We take a brief look at both. Continue reading “Shift in U.S. Policy towards Iran – What Direction Will Trump Take?”

The North Korean Nuclear Threat – North Korea Presses Forward on Nuclear Weapon and Missile Development

Thesis: The North Korean threat to the United States and its allies from North Korea’s nuclear and ballistic missile development is growing rapidly.  There are increased risks to the United States.  The risks cannot be understated.  The direct danger to the U.S. mainland is growing amid increasing concerns to America’s pacific allies.  Resolution of the dangers is complex and involves difficult issues with China, North Korea and others.

U.S. policy (sanctions) has failed to stop North Korea’s development efforts, which are accelerating.  American must adjust its policy, and soon.  If unchecked, North Korea development of  nuclearized intercontinental ballistic missiles that can reach the U.S. mainland is inevitable.

North Korea Readying New Missile Test

North Korean Threat - Kim Jong Un
North Korean Dictator Kim Jong Un

On January 3, 2016, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un announced his country is finalizing preparation for a test launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile.  A successful launch would move Kim closer to holding a nuclear strike launch capability against the United States mainland, thereby increasing the North Korean threat. Continue reading “The North Korean Nuclear Threat – North Korea Presses Forward on Nuclear Weapon and Missile Development”

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