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20 Years Later, Assessing the Value of the ODNI EXPERT INTERVIEWS — The Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) marks an anniversary today — 20 years since its creation as the top oversight [...] More

20 Years Later, Assessing the Value of the ODNI

Intelligence Community veterans answer a question: Was (and is) the ODNI worth having?
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Trump's Mideast Wish List: $1+ Trillion in Investments - and Some Diplomacy Too EXPERT INTERVIEWS – President Donald Trump embarks this week on the first scheduled overseas trip of his second term (the funeral for Pope Francis having [...] More

Trump’s Mideast Wish List: $1+ Trillion in Investments – and Some Diplomacy Too

The agenda for the President's trip is big on commerce; war-and-peace issues may take a back seat.
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A Short Diary from Ukraine's War: One American’s Story from Kyiv                                                                  BG (ret.) Kevin Ryan arrived in Kyiv in January to teach and to do what he could to help Ukrainians through this war

A Short Diary from Ukraine’s War: One American’s Story from Kyiv.
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As U.S. Retreats on the Global Stage, Is China Winning? Experts see a concerted effort by China to fill gaps created by recent White House policies

As U.S. Retreats on the Global Stage, Is China Winning?

Experts see a concerted effort by China to fill gaps created by recent White House policies.
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The Genius – and the Implications – of Ukraine’s ‘Spider Web’ Drone Assault Beyond the damage to Russia’s military, experts see a stunning intelligence win for Ukraine

The Genius – and the Implications – of Ukraine’s ‘Spider Web’ Drone Assault

Beyond the damage to Russia’s military, experts see a stunning intelligence win for Ukraine.
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The Dead Drop has learned that NSA Director General Timothy Haugh and NSA Deputy Director Wendy Noble were unexpectedly told on Thursday that their services were no longer needed. Find out all we know in this week's Dead Drop: www.thecipherbrief.com/subscriber-p...

The Cipher Brief is honored to present this year’s Impact in the Battlespace Award to General Bryan P. Fenton, Commander of U.S. Special Operations Command.

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Get your tuxedo ready and join The Cipher Brief on Friday, April 18 in Washington D.C. as we honor the best of the best in national security. Will you be in the room? www.cipherbriefhonors.com

I'm BEYOND thrilled to open the envelope for this year's Cipher Brief HONORS Award for 'Impact in Cyber'. Rob Joyce has made tremendous contributions to national security over his career. Celebrate with us. The Cipher Brief HONORS Dinner - April 18 in Washington D.C. lnkd.in/eiEc_Wjw

Every time I talk with @admiralstav.bsky.social I learn something. Literally, every time.

The Cipher Brief HONORS Dinner is my favorite gathering of intelligence professionals. We also honor those who help us better understand national security via journalism, military and other service and also via entertainment.
I hope you have your ticket or table reserved!
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Proud to be working with you in 2025 Admiral, to better understand this complicated world! @thecipherbrief.bsky.social

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Syria's Political Earthquake - and What Comes Next The Assad regime's stunning fall from power will bring opportunity and risk to one of the most important nations in the Middle East.

A TCB look at what could be coming next in #syria www.thecipherbrief.com/syrias-polit...

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Top U.S. Cybersecurity Official: China Attacks on American Infrastructure ‘Tip of the Iceberg’ CISA Director Jen Easterly said China’s cyberattacks seek to cause ‘societal panic’ in the event of a US-China war

Top U.S. Cybersecurity Official: China Attacks on American Infrastructure ‘Tip of the Iceberg’ www.thecipherbrief.com/top-u-s-cybe... @thecipherbrief.bsky.social

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Cipher Brief Expert and former Senior #CIA Officer Ralph Goff joins The World Deciphered and The Cipher Brief from Vilnius, #Lithuania to talk about #Russian influence in the region and the implications of Russian success.
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NSA Director: Salt Typhoon 'Not the Highest-end Operation That We've Seen' Gen. Timothy Haugh says the government needs help from the private sector to counter the China threat

Gen. Timothy Haugh says the government needs help from the private sector to counter the China threat.
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Be sure to WATCH or LISTEN to our latest #StateSecretsPodcast with The Hon. Gilman Louie.

Find out more about his fascinating career in national security now.
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For the best curated global security round up & expert insight, the Open Source Report is a must read.
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Ambassador & #CipherBriefExpert Gary Grappo with deep experience in the Middle East sees both danger and an "extraordinary opportunity" in the wake of Assad's fall.
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Former Senior #CIA Officer Glenn Corn talks to The World Deciphered and The Cipher Brief about why the stunning rebel takeover of #Syria is a bad sign for #Russia and at the same time, a sign of strength for Turkey’s capabilities in the region.
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Syria, One Week Later: Reflections on a Revolution Cipher Brief experts look at the opportunities, dangers, and ripple effects of the fall of the Assad regime

Cipher Brief experts look at the opportunities, dangers, and ripple effects of the fall of the Assad regime.
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In New Syria, Fears of an ISIS Return Will the Syrian rebels' opposition to the Islamic State be enough to avoid a resurgence of terror?

Will the new leaders’ opposition to the Islamic State be enough to avoid a resurgence?
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NEW BOOK REVIEW: COUNTERFEIT SPIES: How World War II Intelligence Operations Shaped Cold War Spy Fiction

By: Oliver Buckton/ Rowman & Littlefield Publishers

Reviewed by: Bill Harlow
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Assessing the Dangers of AI and Biosecurity AI holds huge promise for medicine. It could also be used to make a bioweapon. Experts warn there are not enough guards against these dangers.

AI Holds Huge Promise for Medicine. It Could Also be Used to Make a Bioweapon.
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'Straight Talk' on China's Offensives in the American Homeland  Rear Admiral Mike Studeman sees a multi-pronged 'silent invasion' from China -- and offers thoughts on what the US should do about it.

A former naval intelligence chief sees a multi-pronged 'silent invasion' from China - and offers thoughts on what the US should do about it.
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The nerdy side of me loves this list. @admiralstav.bsky.social please keep writing! And I love your leadership series on social. More in 2025, please.

This is the season of gratitude and giving back. Cannot think of a better conversation on how to do it and who you’re helping. Hint: Some still give all.

Our Best National Security Reads for 2024 An end-of-year roundup of recommendations, many from Cipher Brief experts, from our "Under Cover" Book Review series.

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