Audio Briefs

Explore how Russia's economy is adjusting under the weight of Western sanctions post-invasion of Ukraine. Delve into the resilience of its military efforts and the potential for strategic sanctions aimed at oil revenues. Discover the implications of these economic adaptations for future negotiations and the broader geopolitical landscape.

Discover how commercial space-based interceptors can transform military defense strategies. Dive into the flexibility these services offer alongside vital governmental oversight. The discussion highlights potential benefits in enhancing military capabilities while addressing the cultural challenges posed by integrating commercial approaches into defense policies. This innovative model is reshaping the future of defense.

An audio version of “South Korea’s New President: Frying Pan to Fire,” a new Critical Questions by Victor Cha and Andy Lim. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

A short, spoken-word summary from CSIS’s Seth Jones and Riley McCabe on their brief, “Russia’s Battlefield Woes in Ukraine.”

An audio version of “The Meaning of U.S. Troop Withdrawals from Korea,” a new Critical Questions by Victor Cha. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs. 

Benjamin Jensen, a CSIS expert and author, delves into the shifting dynamics of modern warfare influenced by drone technology. He highlights Ukraine's innovative use of drones in Operation Spiderweb to target Russian bomber bases, reshaping military strategies. Jensen stresses the need to rethink airbase defenses amid these evolving tactics and discusses the broader geopolitical consequences of such operations. Tune in for a fascinating take on how drones are revolutionizing conflict and the implications of their deployment.

An audio version of “How Ukraine’s Operation “Spider’s Web” Redefines Asymmetric Warfare,” a new Critical Questions by Kateryna Bondar. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

An audio version of “What the Court’s Ruling on Trump’s Tariffs Means for U.S. Trade Policy and the Economy,” a new Critical Questions by CSIS’s Philip Luck. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs. 

An audio version of “Russia Conducts Largest Air Attack on Ukraine to Date,” a new Critical Questions by CSIS’s Yasir Atalan and Benjamin Jensen. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs. 

An audio version of “What’s Missing from the U.S. Debate on Electric Vehicles?,” a new commentary by Ilaria Mazzocco. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.