Peace Through Strength Podcasts by American Security Council Foundation

Tump's TikTok Dilemma

President Trump has a TikTok dilemma. Trump has a chance to be a hero to millions of TikTok users, but he also has the opportunity to be a strong leader in the face of a national security matter. He has given TikTok another 75 days to divest. PTS host Joy Votrobek discusses the TikTok dilemma with senior analyst Laurence Sanford. They also discuss the national security aspect of data storage and Bytedance's subjection to the CCP government. It is important to note that 17 other countries have banned TikTok for government employees or the entire population.

Mr. Sanford is a U.S. Navy veteran who served four years with the CIA. Ms. Votrobek has a degree in International Relations and has worked in security services for over seven years.

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Combat Readiness and the future of drones and cyber warfare.

PTS Webinar on National Preparedness focuses on the future of combat readiness and the role of drones and cyber warfare. Drones are being used in the ongoing Ukraine and Middle East battles. In the U.S., drone sightings are causing a stir and much speculation. This webinar fields questions about drones and cyberwarfare based on open-source research and experience. In conclusion, for a future-ready defense, the U.S. military has to work to perfect jamming and laser-disabling technology against drones and be proactive against cyberwarfare.

Mr. Sanford is a U.S. Navy veteran who served four years with the CIA. Ms. Votrobek has a degree in International Relations and has worked in security services for over seven years.

Join us for the next Webinar on February 12th, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. Global Leadership: Can the U.S. broker a peaceful end to the Ukraine war?

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Webinar: Peace Through Strength in an "America First" Administration.

Peace Through Strength is not a new strategy; it has existed since the Roman Empire. President-elect Donald Trump has revived the popular phrase. The ASCF's December webinar discusses the history of "Peace Through Strength" and how Trump may differ from Reagan and the Cold War. In an age of rising superpowers, new economic alliances, and autocratic leaders' desire to revive old empires, the policy of Peace Through Strength remains as relevant as ever. Questions posed in this webinar contain thoughts on nuclear deterrence, cyber and space warfare, and our divided nation and political will to build a strong military.

Join us for the next Webinar on January 15th, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. We will kick off the New Year by addressing the strategies of Peace Through Strength line by line from the ASCF's Senate Concurrent Resolution 15. The first topic will address National Preparedness: Combat readiness and the future of drones and cyberwarfare.

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When Justice is Clouded: Addressing Prejudice in ICC Warrants.

PTS host Joy Votrobek and ASCF Sr. Analyst Laurence Sanford address the International Criminal Court arrest warrant for Netanyahu. Prejudice within the International Criminal Court (ICC) poses significant challenges to pursuing justice and accountability. Certain cases, such as those of Netanyahu, may be influenced by political agendas or selective prosecution. The court's reliance on member states for cooperation can exacerbate these issues, as some countries may refuse to comply with ICC mandates based on perceived biases.

Mr. Sanford is a U.S. Navy veteran who served four years with the CIA. Ms. Votrobek has a degree in International Relations and has worked in security services for over seven years.

Syria's Uncertain Future

PTS Host Joy Votrobek speculates with Sr. Analyst Laurence Sanford on what the fall of Assad's regime in Syria means for minorities and regional stability. There is still instability in the northern part of Syria as the Turkish-backed alliance continues to fire on the Kurds. The future of minorities in Syria will depend on whether Golani will stick to his current assurances of an inclusive government instead of Islamic extremist oppression.

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BRICS in the Americas.

BRICS represents both opportunities and challenges for South America, primarily through Brazil's engagement. BRICS' influence on global economic and political dynamics is significant, and its activities can shape the future of inter-regional relations in South America.

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Will the Hezbollah-Israeli Ceasefire Stick?

The durability of a ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel hinges on several complex factors, including regional dynamics, internal politics, and external pressures. Will UNIFIL turn a blind eye to Hezbollah activity, or will they help make this 60-day ceasefire stick? Historically, ceasefires in this context have been fragile, often disrupted by sporadic violence. Key to the longevity of any agreement will be the commitment of both sides to uphold it, alongside the influence of international actors who may exert pressure for stability.

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BRICS Global Reach Webinar

The American Security Council Foundation presented a BRICS Webinar on November 13, 2024. This Webinar addresses how an expanding BRICS could impact the global economy. BRICS started with Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. They have recently expanded their membership to Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, UAE, and Saudi Arabia. Saudi has not confirmed if they will accept. As the emerging markets deepen their collaboration, they may begin to challenge the dominance of the U.S. dollar.

 

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Trump's Peace Through Strength

PTS host Joy Votrobek has a panel discussion with ASCF, senior analyst Laurence Sanford and Sr. Fellow Alan Dowd regarding their thoughts on how Trump's re-election will affect Ukraine. They also review how Trump's strategy for Peace Through Strength may impact the U.S. military and U.S. allies, particularly NATO.

 

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Power Consolidated: Erdogan's Türkiye in an Autocratic Shift

PTS podcast host Joy Votrobek and ASCF senior analyst Laurence Sanford discuss Recep Tayyip Erdogan's aspirations to revive the Ottoman Empire and a caliphate. This revivalist sentiment is reflected in Erdogan's foreign policy, which seeks to expand Türkiye's influence in the Middle East and North Africa. Erdogan's approach could risk alienating neighboring countries and igniting nationalist tensions. He also continues to attack the Kurds in Syria with no mention of a Kurdish state. Erdogan's vision appears to move Turkey (now Türkiye) to an autocratic Muslim society and away from the modern society Ataturk created.