Speak softly and carry a big stick. Officials visiting USS Abraham Lincoln send a clear signal to Iran. My discussion with Jessica Dead on @cnn.com today youtu.be/cghx5aTZAFo

A wide-ranging conversation on @cnn.com this afternoon about Iran, Russia, and the choices facing U.S. leaders right now. Thanks to Boris Sanchez for the thoughtful discussion. youtu.be/F3DdlV_fRlE

China's military purge is unprecedented since Mao. Why that makes miscalculation and conflict MORE likely. My latest in @opinion.bloomberg.com www.bloomberg.com/opinion/arti...

The stakes with Iran are high. I spoke with Kate Bolduan on @cnn.com today about why diplomacy still deserves a chance. youtu.be/vxBfoe_Mb8Y

A week ago, strikes looked imminent. Today we're "talking about talking" with Iran. In diplomacy, sometimes you take progress where you can get it. My discussion with Oscar Jimenenz this afternoon on @cnn.com youtu.be/JDbVVsp4eaM?...

If the U.S. pulled back from NATO, could Europe really defend itself? My latest for @opinion.bloomberg.com tackles that critical question from both history and capability www.bloomberg.com/opinion/arti...

Caracas is becoming the new Casablanca—a hub of global competition between the US, Russia, and China. Meanwhile, with a carrier strike group on station, the U.S. has maximum options for Iran. I joined Kate Bolduan on @CNN,com to break down the strategy behind these moves youtu.be/bKlEC_N2V8w

Iran is bleeding while the world's attention is elsewhere. My latest in @opinion.bloomberg.com www.bloomberg.com/opinion/arti...

NATO lives to fight another day. On @cnn.com this morning with @audiecornish.bsky.social youtu.be/64G_yErUtYk

We’re thrilled to announce the next novel from NYT bestselling authors and military officers Elliot Ackerman and @admiralstav.bsky.social A gripping drama and chilling prophecy about the possible path to war for a planet devastated by climate change Preorder here: shorturl.at/WKr7g

Greenland doesn’t need to be “owned” to be defended.After allied pushback and market signals, the conversation is shifting toward a long-term security framework & possibly limited U.S. basing rather than sovereignty.Strategic patience matters. My take on @cnn.com with Kasie Hunt youtu.be/izt5_r6kaxQ

A discussion this morning with Michael Smerconish youtu.be/riTrqrYtEyM?...

This @cnn.com interview with Kate Bolduan aired before the President spoke at Davos today. Greenland matters for missile defense, Arctic access, and vital sea lanes — but seizing it would be a major mistake. youtu.be/fJ8vWgiNIZ4

I’d put the odds of direct U.S. military action in #Iran at 50/50 right now. We must "don't trust and verify" the regime's claims. From cyber operations to information warfare, we need to support the protesters and expose the IRGC. My discussion with Kate Bolduan on @cnn.com youtu.be/CoxcMKSl6qE

The next 48 hours will be telling. Some of my analysis on Iran's leadership crisis, potential U.S. military options, and the Greenland question with @kasie.bsky.social on @cnn.com youtu.be/tSdKxamBaI4

What does US “strong action” actually mean if Iran executes protesters? On @cnn.com Situation Room, I outlined the economic, cyber, info, and military options — and why the region is increasingly volatile. With Wolf Blitzer & Pamela Brown. youtu.be/Oeti5gnxvSo?...

Strong Arctic security? Yes. Destroying NATO to get Greenland. No. Here's why in my latest @opinion.bloomberg.com piece. www.bloomberg.com/opinion/arti...

Love battleships — but not enough to build the wrong fleet for the next war. My latest column for @opinion.bloomberg.com www.bloomberg.com/opinion/arti...

Impactful language. www.cnn.com/2026/01/07/u...

Military force to acquire Greenland? That's how you break NATO. On @cnn.com with @jaketapper.bsky.social I discuss the stakes -- and a better approach. youtu.be/g46rSJLh954

Discussing the aftermath of Maduro's capture with @pamelabrowncnn.bsky.social The next 3-6 months are critical. Plus: 3 options re Greenland. youtu.be/6QNR_9x_PXQ

Spoke with @kasie.bsky.social Hunt on @cnn.com about Venezuela and US policy in Latin America. Drawing on my SOUTHCOM experience: tactical execution this weekend was superb, but the hard diplomatic work starts now. Each country is different and requires a tailored approach. youtu.be/nPyO4nlI8io?...

Spoke with Kate Bolduan on @cnn.com about Venezuela. What does the weekend's action signal to Putin and Xi? www.youtube.com/watch?v=c6oz...

On @cnn.com with Jessica Dean tonight discussing what does it mean to "run Venezuela"? youtu.be/b9BD1ma61iA?...

On @cnn.com State of the Union today with Dana Bash and Beth Sanner: U.S. military dominance isn’t in doubt—how we wield it is. Venezuela, legitimacy vs. pragmatism, and why Beijing & Moscow are paying close attention. youtu.be/DngAHMRfNos

We'll know more soon -- but initial thoughts about the Maduro capture operation -- in my discussion with @smerconish.bsky.social on @cnn.com this morning. youtu.be/eb1LsCmDQ3o?...

On @cnn.com discussing Venezuela’s detention of Americans — a familiar authoritarian playbook. Maduro is looking for leverage. I don’t think he’ll get it. youtu.be/gUYlWd8TYN4

Plausible deniability has been shredded. The U.S. is at a crossroads in Venezuela—will we see pinpoint strikes or a significant escalation? My latest analysis on @cnn.com youtu.be/RVGeLOQ4p7o?...

China is on the move,not only in the South China Sea, but in the high north. Illegal “shadow fleets“ use these routes to move sanctioned oil from Iran, Russia, & Venezuela. NATO needs to increase its patrols and operations in the Arctic, led by the US www.wsj.com/world/china-...

Spoke with @jimsciutto.bsky.social on @cnn.com about reports of a U.S. strike tied to Venezuela’s drug networks — and what it may signal (and not signal) about escalation. Clip here ⬇️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Imf...

Notion of returning to battleships -- not that golden an idea. Excellent explanation from Mark Cancian of @csis.org here: www.csis.org/analysis/gol...

Three books that helped shape my thinking on China, Russia, and where the global economy may be headed. My piece in @opinion.bloomberg.com today: www.bloomberg.com/opinion/arti...

After Trump's announcement of plans for a new class of Navy warships, Michael and @admiralstav.bsky.social discuss why concentrating power in giant ships may create dangerous vulnerabilities in the age of drones, missiles, and cyber warfare. Listen at the link below ⬇️

The Venezuela blockade is heating up—literally chasing tankers at sea. Spoke with CNN about the strategy, the risks, and what escalation could look like. youtu.be/lG-84PFMjZ4?...

The Unified Command Plan is the military’s closest equivalent to a constitution. Changing it reshapes power, accountability, and civilian control. My latest in @opinion.bloomberg.com explains why proposed revisions demand caution. www.bloomberg.com/opinion/arti...

Phew. What a game. Both teams did themselves proud. Just as you would expect.

I played varsity squash and tennis at Annapolis. Not much has changed since then. I freely admit the third most important sport at the Academy is in fact the football team. Go Navy beat Army.

When I was a youngster at the Naval Academy 52 years ago, Navy beat Army 51-0. Breaking that record seems like a worthy goal to attain this year. Go Navy. Beat Army.

We’re climbing the escalation ladder with Venezuela. Next rung? Possibly strikes ashore. My discussion on @cnn.com International with @jimsciutto.bsky.social last night. youtu.be/T6JOSR0V-Ss

Whether your support this seizure or not, you have to admire the pure competence of US Coast Guard. They are world-wide deployable, go into combat with US Navy, and still rescue boaters on Memorial Day. My interview on @cnn.com with Kate Bolduan this a.m. youtu.be/XMISVv4qZpk

Michael and @admiralstav.bsky.social break down the intensifying debate over the U.S. boat strike and reactions to the New York Times’ startling “Overmatch” report, which warns that America could be vulnerable in a future conflict with China. Listen at the link below ⬇️

Many Democrats call it a war crime. Many Republicans say "nothing to see here." Congress must fully investigate the Caribbean "double-tap" strike. Here are some reasons why. www.bloomberg.com/opinion/arti...

The military follows the Law of Armed Conflict for a reason.With @profgalloway.com & @jessicatarlov.bsky.social I discuss how decisions like the drug boat strike are normally made, why this one looks different & why Congressional oversight is now essential. youtu.be/lwNhxM4nyPM?... via @YouTube

I joined @smerconish.bsky.social @cnn.com discussing legal & moral questions surrounding the reported killing of 2 suspected drug runners at sea & and why the laws of war, intelligence value & basic military standards still matter.We need transparency + a real investigation. youtu.be/GRNGNZuh0pc?...

On @cnn.com with Kate Bolduan. What is the strategy re Venezuela? youtu.be/QjWlxO2ou_w

My latest in @opinion.bloomberg.com www.bloomberg.com/opinion/arti...

What's Putin's strategy in ongoing talks re Ukraine? On @cnn.com with Wolf Blitzer today. youtu.be/ZDZe0ttvaug?...

On @cnn.com with Anderson Cooper tonight talking about the growing controversy about the September 2nd strikes on a alleged drug boat off Venezuela. Will we ever know the truth? youtu.be/dp8EFnj5y0k