The article argues that recent executive overreach and politicization have severely undermined established norms of U.S. civil-military relations. To restore professional standards, the incoming Congress must actively exercise its oversight powers, moving beyond mere criticism to demanding transparency in defense policy and personnel decisions. Key reforms include enforcing meritocratic promotion processes, requiring documented justification for senior officer removals, and preventing the partisan use of the military. These actions are crucial for bolstering public trust and ensuring the military remains a nonpartisan instrument of civilian control.
US–Israel war with Iran: What is the impact on Gaza?
English Summary
Chatham House's recent analysis finds that the ongoing US-Israel war with Iran has effectively sidelined the Gaza ceasefire, leading to deteriorating humanitarian conditions and a narrowing of political options within the territory. The report highlights how the conflict is reshaping the calculations of regional and international actors, solidifying temporary border arrangements and security measures. Consequently, the webinar suggests a shift towards a more permanent, albeit precarious, status quo in Gaza. This underscores the urgent need for humanitarian aid and a re-evaluation of long-term strategies for the region.
中文摘要
智囊團文章摘要：最新智庫Chatham House的分析指出，目前美以與伊朗之間的持續衝突，實際上已使加薩地帶的停火協議陷入停滯，導致人道狀況惡化，並縮小了該地區的政治選項。報告強調，這場衝突正在重塑區域及國際參與者的考量，鞏固了臨時邊界安排和安全措施。因此，該網絡研討會建議，加薩地帶正朝向一種更為持久，但同樣脆弱的現狀轉變。這凸顯了對人道援助的迫切需求，以及重新評估該地區長期策略的必要性。
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