War Studies

The Department of War Studies at King's College London.

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Is the balance of power shifting?
Prof Matthew Moran and Jim Lamson say #Iran has exploited vulnerabilities to strengthen its position, survive pressure, and push for a ceasefire, despite #US and #Israel gains.
🔗https://t.co/MWYv2UtVaV

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Has Ukraine earned new leverage for peace talks?
Prof Michael Clarke says Ukraine’s effective use of drones has strengthened President Zelenskyy's position in ceasefire talks. European leaders want President Trump to increase pressure on President Putin.
https://t.co/kdr7cb1IRE

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⏰ TOMORROW: This one-day conference will bring together established leaders and recognised experts with rising and underrepresented voices to explore the future of strategy, security, and defence.
🗓️ 18 Jun | 🕑 09:00-18:30 | 📍Strand Campus
Join us🔗https://t.co/dyTLCwfd2p

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Is the #Gulf facing a security paradox?
Dr David Roberts argues that #US military bases provide the Gulf states with #defence, but also make them targets. Yet few in the region are willing to discuss the presence of US military deployments in the Gulf.
https://t.co/Nlk89EMTSX

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Why do emerging countries invest in prestige platforms they may not be able to sustain in conflict?

Dr Vinicius de Carvalho and Jackson Schneider explore strategic “deterrence by denial” — making aggression costly, slow and uncertain.

Read: https://t.co/PMOSR8Ktii

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⏰ Next MON: The Research Centre in International Relations is delighted to invite you to the book talk by Dr Adam B Lerner.
🗓️ 15 Jun | 🕓 16:00-18:00 | 📍Strand Campus
Join us🔗 https://t.co/nX5zWi11og

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In a new Editor’s Pick for @ForeignPolicy, @DrRGeistPinfold argues that Tehran has emerged from the conflict weaker, but not more cautious.
"Iran is neither deterred, nor desperate for a deal. The regime’s new leaders are more assertive than ever."

Read: https://t.co/ZMYYdVYCh3

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How can societies build national resilience before crisis hits?

In Episode 3, Dr @paul_mcgarr and @Hannamiina Tanninen (SUPO) explore Finland’s “comprehensive security” model — and why it has become a model for resilience.

👓: https://t.co/AGd0WQClbi
🎧: https://t.co/nYEAQiPzL5

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⏰ TOMORROW: Join us for the official book launch by Prof Simon Mabon. He examines sectarianism in the modern Middle East, moving beyond simplistic conceptions of ancient religious hatreds and violence.
🗓️ 12 June | 🕔 17:00 | 📍Strand Campus + Online
🔗https://t.co/luC3jLY8ZC

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This one-day conference will bring together established leaders and recognised experts with rising and underrepresented voices to explore the future of strategy, security, and defence.
🗓️ 18 Jun | 🕑 09:00-18:30 | 📍Strand Campus
Join us🔗https://t.co/dyTLCwfd2p

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🚨 TODAY: This presentation is based on the work for a recent article which uses previously unexploited sources to provide a more detailed picture of the experience of one brigade in this important campaign.
🗓️ 10 June | 🕐 13:00 | 📍Online
🔗https://t.co/PnF9Qhvwuk

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What's next for #UK #defence spending?
With the Defence Investment Plan (#DIP) due ahead, Prof Michael Clarke says the £41bn Dreadnought-class programme and the procurement of 23 medium-lift support helicopters should be prioritised.
https://t.co/f6qCbwZX6Y
#Navy #RAF #GCAP #NATO

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How #Lebanon became the breaking point for the #Iran war ceasefire?
Dr Rob Geist Pinfold says Iran’s "forward defence" doctrine relied on proxies such as #Hezbollah to deter #Israel. Now, Iran is stepping in to defend them.
🔗https://t.co/yW4i5J8Qbx

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⏰ TOMORROW: This presentation is based on the work for a recent article which uses previously unexploited sources to provide a more detailed picture of the experience of one brigade in this important campaign.
🗓️ 10 June | 🕐 13:00 | 📍Online
🔗https://t.co/PnF9Qhvwuk

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⏰ TOMORROW: This event will explore the historical foundations and contemporary challenges of nuclear governance in the region, with particular attention to both cooperative frameworks and emerging areas of tension.
🗓️ 10 June | 🕑 14:00 | 📍Online
🔗 https://t.co/KzT9iLBzK8

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Do European armies still need the #US?
Dr Bence Nemeth says European militaries depend heavily on US capabilities in intelligence, logistics, secure communication, and combat effectiveness, and highlights the need for an integrated defence policy.
🔗https://t.co/hV7yja0ePV
#NATO

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Rethinking “failing forward”:
In a new article, @kmyrodias examines the Eurozone crisis and Covid-19, arguing that EU crisis responses may have managed to mobilise resources, but without creating durable EU-level capacity or deeper integration.

Read: https://t.co/C6twVqDnzT

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Can the #UK still do it all in #NATO?
Prof Michael Clarke argues that the UK needs "a more limited but important NATO commitment", prioritising naval and air power while maintaining a small but lethal #Army.
🔗https://t.co/GbtHNEhBLQ
#Navy #RAF

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⏰ NEXT WED: This presentation is based on the work for a recent article which uses previously unexploited sources to provide a more detailed picture of the experience of one brigade in this important campaign.
🗓️ 10 June | 🕐 13:00 | 📍Online
🔗https://t.co/PnF9Qhvwuk

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📄New article by Dr @giuspaparella in Journal of Transatlantic Studies:

🧠Examining scientific racism in shaping US–China relations in the late 19th century, the article develops a conceptual framework grounded in historical and archival research.

🔗 https://t.co/Ntjj1z4Pzb