The Landing Zone

Alan W. Dowd authors the Landing Zone column, offering insightful and in-depth analysis of national defense and global security issues.
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Air Force’s B-52 on course to be a century-old bomber

Nov 04, 2024 Alan W. Dowd
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America, allies come together in Indo-Pacific

Oct 09, 2024 Alan W. Dowd
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Finish Ukraine's 'bridge' to NATO membership

Sep 04, 2024 Alan W. Dowd
The alliance won’t be secured if Ukraine is left unsecured.
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NATO answers the wake-up call

Aug 08, 2024 Alan W. Dowd
With a ravenous Russia on their doorstep, member nations vow to come to each other’s aid – and to defend every inch of allied territory.  
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US, allies restock the arsenal of democracy

Jul 02, 2024 Alan W. Dowd
Cold War II has many fronts, and the free world is rising to the challenge.
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Japan to U.S.: 'We are with you'

Jun 05, 2024 Alan W. Dowd
Island nation says America should not solely bear the burden of upholding the international order.
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Lessons from Iran's attack on Israel

May 01, 2024 Alan W. Dowd
In a dangerous world, the United States must prioritize allies and missile defense.
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The technicalities and realities of alliances

Apr 03, 2024 Alan W. Dowd
Not every ally has a formal defense treaty with America, but supporting them is in our interest.
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What's at stake for the world in Ukraine

Mar 04, 2024 Alan W. Dowd
History shows that unprovoked aggression left unchecked breeds more aggression.
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A common defense for the 'global commons'

Feb 02, 2024 Alan W. Dowd
The United States and its allies share the responsibility of protecting the economic arteries that sustain the free world.

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