Duke Law National Security

Duke Center on Law, Ethics, and National Security @DukeLaw | Est. 1993 | Executive Director: Maj. Gen. Charles J. Dunlap, Jr. (USAF Ret.)

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Himanil Raina examines the legal boundaries of blockades, contraband, and maritime enforcement as well as their implications for current and future naval conflicts: https://t.co/AQmRh0ftZS

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This Memorial Day, Maj. Gen. Charles J. Dunlap, Jr., USAF (Ret.) reflected on the importance of remembrance during a time of ongoing conflict and sacrifice: https://t.co/1mgyGFPJFi

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Paul Lushenko and Joseph Amoroso argue that securing the United States against drone threats requires far more than new technology: it demands a whole-of-government strategy built on coordination, layered protection, and operational urgency https://t.co/yXbPdSwjmf

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In this compelling fireside chat, Kori Schake and Peter Feaver tackle the biggest questions shaping U.S. civil-military relations—sharing sharp insights, surprising historical stories, and timely lessons for today: https://t.co/vFYbMe2S88

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Looking for summer reading? From the American Revolution and Supreme Court intrigue to artificial intelligence and space thrillers, Charles Dunlap shares a wide-ranging collection of thought-provoking books for curious readers of every kind: https://t.co/xxvjXSt3up

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In this latest Lawfire podcast, St. John's law professor Chris Borgen breaks down the rapidly evolving legal landscape as space becomes more crowded, contested, and essential to everyday life: https://t.co/3XDYiToopM

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Duke Law 3L Matthew Barry breaks down how the Foreign Agents Registration Act is both too broad and too weak, and thus struggles to address today’s digital misinformation landscape: https://t.co/k4qu0MmkTC

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This new Lawfire post by Maj. Gen. Charles J. Dunlap, Jr., USAF (Ret.) explores the legal case for striking parts of Iran's electrical grid while making clear that actions leading to widespread civilian death are never justified under international law: https://t.co/PmfDvxkpxC

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Drones are moving fast, so why isn’t the law keeping up? Dawn Zoldi (Colonel, USAF, Ret.) breaks down the real-world risks and what the 2026 SAFER SKIES provisions could change for law enforcement on the ground in this timely Lawfire post: https://t.co/E9fWKW1nOs

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Judge Jeff Blackett OBE argues that U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran are not only justified but lawful under evolving interpretations of self-defense and UN authority: https://t.co/L1AXufS1Ge

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Maggie McGinnis’s sharp review of "Chokepoints" on Lawfire unpacks why sanctions can be as powerful and risky as any weapon on the battlefield: https://t.co/Gz5RKQLWl8

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Emily Threlkeld argues that social media and AI-driven content have made attribution and transparency far more difficult, leaving FARA struggling to keep up with modern national security threats: https://t.co/KVCYSNf5A7

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Bill Boothby examines whether the strike on the school in Minab, Iran may have violated core principles like distinction and civilian protection, while also probing the role of intelligence failures and the placement of military sites near civilian areas: https://t.co/maC3m11My4

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Charles Dunlap unpacks how international law, military strategy, and Iran’s actions in the Strait of Hormuz intersect, arguing that striking Iran’s power plants could weaken war capabilities while addressing global energy and food risks: https://t.co/4JOm0u4ANq

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Duke Law 2L Alison Tobin unpacks in her new Lawfire essay how the government is using anti-corruption enforcement to push back against global threats and strategic rivals: https://t.co/rUYJcE8BbY

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Are the U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran really illegal? This new Lawfire post by Maj. Gen. Charles Dunlap Jr. USAF (Ret.) breaks down three independent justifications under international law for Operations Epic Fury and Lion's Roar: https://t.co/1HW4XwMohw

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Was the U.S. submarine strike on the IRIS Dena lawful? In this new Lawfire guest post, Harvard Law Professor James Kraska explains why the attack complied with the law of naval warfare and unpacks key facts many reports have missed: https://t.co/KMYKlHeGCC

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This new Lawfire piece by Maj. Gen. Charles Dunlap Jr. USAF (Ret.) breaks down the clash between presidential war powers, Congress’s authority, and the real constitutional debate behind Operation Epic Fury: https://t.co/lLw4a17uc0

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Read more about what participants of the 31st LENS Conference had to say about this year’s unforgettable event: https://t.co/gsb9qUC51u

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Rachel Brewster explains how coordinated enforcement of the FCPA isn’t just about clean markets but also about governance stability, intelligence-sharing, and transnational security cooperation in strategic sectors like energy, telecom, and defense: https://t.co/Tl0wLPyjhz