Buckle up for a few tense weeks ahead in the Middle East. I spoke with Wolf Blitzer on @cnn.com about why the 60-day ceasefire left too much unfinished business—including enriched uranium and Hezbollah—and what it will take to get both sides back in the box. youtu.be/7BtuxmJXaF4

Excellent on-the-ground reporting fm Fred Pleitgen in Tehran.The Iranian regime thinks its pain tolerance is higher than the West's—especially after crushing their own protesters. Here's my discussion with Fred & @jimsciutto.bsky.social on the narrow set of options for the U.S. youtu.be/SItk2PXEN6E

The President has 3 options on Iran right now as I discussed with Anderson Cooper and former Rep Adam Kinzinger on CNN tonight: Walk away, go massive, or ramp up pressure on Iran's economy -- the least bad path. youtu.be/hQHSpEnkEjM

A fractured NATO only benefits our adversaries. This afternoon on CNN, I shared my perspective with Brianna Keilar on why maintaining a strong U.S. presence in Europe is critical, and why an F-35 deal with Turkey would require a strict technical firewall. www.youtube.com/watch?v=HYC0...

Proud to add “Ransom” very latest thriller by Daniel Silva to my complete collection of his works. This one is a twisty tale set all around Europe with a focus on Russian hybrid warfare. I could not put it down and finished it over the Fourth of July weekend. Congrats @danielsilvabooks.bsky.social !

Fifty years ago this summer, I celebrated America's 200th birthday by graduating from Annapolis and being commissioned as an Ensign in the USN. What is different is that my hair deployed elsewhere. But what is the same of that half century is how lucky I feel to be an American.

I hear the new Air Force One is in need of books. I'm happy to donate copies of any of mine. Perhaps "To Risk It All: Nine Crises and the Crucible of Decision," an Amazon Editors Pick for Best History which seems to fit the risky times in which we find ourselves www.mediaite.com/media/news/s...

War changes history. It changes those who survive it. From New York Times bestselling author @admiralstav.bsky.social comes The Turning Tide, an epic WWII novel of leadership, sacrifice, love, and the true cost of war. Learn more: www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/716444...

Back on @CNN.co, with Kate Bolduan discussing Iran. Letting Iran handle de-mining in the Strait of Hormuz is like putting the arsonist in charge of the fire department. They don’t have the capability, and we need a real international coalition to keep global shipping safe. youtu.be/u7rIdlyu4xM

Leadership journeys rarely unfold as planned.For this month's episode of Navigating Leadership I sat down with ADM Lisa Franchetti to discuss experiences & decisions that led her from Navy recruit to the 1st woman Chief of Naval Operations. Watch full episode here: www.carlyle.com/navigating-l...

What's in a name? When it comes to Indo-Pacific Command, quite a bit — and none of it good. My latest for @opinion.bloomberg.com on why the Pentagon's reversion to "Pacific Command" sends the wrong signal to India, the Quad, and Beijing. www.bloomberg.com/opinion/arti...

A discussion with @cnn.com 's Boris Sanchez this afternoon. We broke down the critical stakes of President Trump's meeting with NATO Chief Mark Rutte and hopes that Europe delivers real operational capabilities to keep the strait open. Option 3 youtu.be/jPAH2Qgz-s4

Caught up with Kate Bolduan on @cnn.com this morning to look at Secretary Marco Rubio's current Middle East negotiations. Can the U.S. truly separate the conflict in Lebanon from a broader deal with Iran? Here is my take. youtu.be/J6g6RgKAqSk

New advancements in AI and automation are rapidly changing the nature of warfare from Ukraine to the Strait of Hormuz. Join Sec. Frank Kendall on June 25th, ahead of the release of his new book, "Lethal Autonomy: The Future of Warfare Whether We Like It or Not." https://ampr.gs/44lZZgn

A busy morning on the global security front. From the diplomatic maneuvering with Iran and Lebanon to major leadership changes in the UK, here is my take from this morning's @cnn.com m discussion with Wolf Blitzer. youtu.be/WlHvYCjyJoE

Just wrapped up a discussion with Omar Jimenez on @cnn.com discussing the folly of the US considering becoming a toll taker in the Gulf, why Iran shouldn't miscalculate U.S. resolve, and why NATO remains our ultimate strategic shield. youtu.be/foZXXihnCFM

Good deal or bad deal, it appears to be a done deal. The question now is how we proceed. I joined @smerconish.bsky.social on @cnn.com this morning to map out the critical challenges ahead youtu.be/MxJB7O_Ujy8

Good to join Pamela Brown on @CNN.com this afternoon to discuss the current geopolitical landscape in the Middle East. The U.S. and Israel are steering their ships on distinctly different courses right now when it comes to managing regional threats. youtu.be/6ELApQ65nGk?...

The Europeans are already spending more on defense. So why are we still cutting forces without even consulting them? www.bloomberg.com/opinion/arti...

Today's B-52 crash at Edwards AFB is a tragic reminder of the dangers our military personnel face daily. Spoke with @cnn.com this afternoon about the historic reliability of this platform and the ongoing emergency response. My prayers are with the crew and their families.

The U.S.-Iran framework is a step forward, but there is still plenty of "sand in the gears." This morning on @cnn.com , I joined Kate Bolduan to break down the massive tactical, operational, and strategic hurdles ahead. youtu.be/MGnFnTCcRtE

Does a cyber force make sense? www.bloomberg.com/opinion/arti...

A terrific and timely new book out today. amzn.to/4unQcks

I joined John Berman on @CNN.com this morning to discuss the loss of a U.S. Apache helicopter in the Strait of Hormuz. While the cause in unknown at the moment, the incident underscores a broader issue: the strain indefinite deployments are placing on our forces & readiness. youtu.be/K38DtJP1gNs

Re-posting from two months ago today.

Joined Sara Sidner on CNN today to break down the highly fluid situation with Iran. Despite the heated rhetoric and the pause in talks, a negotiated deal remains the most realistic path forward. youtu.be/PP91T9nUykY

Great book from a great reporter, Martha Raddatz. Get yours soon. amzn.to/4uG1CB4

Joined @rosskaminsky.bsky.social on KOA Colorado today to talk 2084: A Novel of Future War, the crisis in Iran and more Full interview: www.iheart.com/podcast/759-...

Japan is building one of the world's great militaries — and I in Tokyo last week talking with the people making it happen. My latest Bloomberg Opinion column lays out my thoughts on their defense priorities. www.bloomberg.com/opinion/arti...

Hey @admiralstav.bsky.social thanks for being on the pod w/ @petedominick.bsky.social & we hope everyone reads your & Eliott Ackerman's new book, "2084". Some newsy & clippy bits, plus both authors of this new book are on today's fulsome episode, listeners!📡 standupwithpete.com/1603-adm-jam...

I had a real fun talk about their new book 2084 with Admiral Stavridis and Elliot Ackerman standupwithpete.libsyn.com/1603-adm-jam...

Wishing fair winds and followingn seas to Stephen Colbert. It was a great privilege to be on "The Late Show" with him almost exactly four years ago. www.youtube.com/watch?v=kr8D...

Why is Iran's military rebuilding outpacing Western intelligence estimates? I joined Sara Sidner on @CNN.com to break down some of the factors driving rapid reconstitution. We also discussed U.S. - Israel objects and ongoing developments with Cuba. youtu.be/P79igwdjKwU

Reducing European reliance on US military capabilities makes sense.But timing and tone matter.Hopefully this can be calmly & sensibly negotiated with our allies,who are rapidly increasing defense spending and have taken over the lion's share of support to Ukraine. www.defensenews.com/global/europ...

Trump's pullback of 5,000 troops from Germany is a warning shot — to Europe and to every nation that hosts US forces. I break down what's really at stake for NATO, Asia, and American influence. My latest @opinion.bloomberg.com: www.bloomberg.com/opinion/arti...

Joined @jaketapper.bsky.social CNN to discuss the evolving situation in Iran.While some argue the military threat is diminished, the intelligence on their missile stockpiles tells a different story.Also discussed why engaging China may be the best path re resolution in the Gulf. youtu.be/oT5Z-gtbW0E

From the current missile threats in the Strait of Hormuz to the AI-driven battlefields of my new novel 2084, the margin for error is shrinking. I sat down with Wolf Blitzer & Pamela Brown on CNN.com to discuss why international cooperation and human judgment is critical . youtu.be/SpiEBv2gwP0

Learn more: admiralstav.com/2084-book/

From the real-world threats of Iran today to the 'climate wars' of 2084: the stakes for global security have never been higher. Caught up with the CNBC team this morning to break down the latest. Our goal must be to imagine these future conflicts so we can prevent them. youtu.be/QpcWj9JUTf8

War is coming. The planet is heating. The fight for survival has begun. On sale today: 2084 by Elliot Ackerman and @admiralstav.bsky.social. youtube.com/shorts/W366P...

It is always a pleasure to start the day with the crew at @morningjoe-msnow.bsky.social . We discussed the path forward for U.S. foreign policy and the themes of high-tech warfare explored in my new book, 2084, which is officially out now. youtu.be/rWboupXe_4w

Back on @CNN.com with Anderson Cooper tonight. We started with the latest on the Iran blockade, then pivoted to the launch of 2084: A Novel of Future War, out tomorrow. The scenarios we imagine for the end of the century are closer than you might think. youtu.be/3K9GFTPQJko

I've never had a locker room moment quite like this one. Season 2 of Carlyle's Navigating Leadership returns this Friday. David Rubenstein and I sat down at Camden Yards, home of the @orioles.com , for a conversation on life and leadership I won’t forget.