Seth Jones

Seth Jones, president of the CSIS Defense and Security Department, sheds light on Russia's unconventional warfare tactics against the West. He delves into the alarming rise of sabotage operations and how Russia leverages local and global networks for espionage. With a detailed database of attacks, he reveals the kinetic impacts on military supply chains and the pervasive nature of misinformation campaigns designed to destabilize Western unity. The discussion emphasizes the urgent need for a reevaluation of NATO's strategies in response to these aggressive operations.

Richard Goldberg, former NSC director and regional security expert, explains U.S. military moves around Iran and possible contingency options. Seth Jones, CSIS scholar and coauthor on Russia-Ukraine casualty estimates, discusses staggering battlefield losses and Russian force weaknesses. Multiple short conversations cover signaling to Tehran, targeting options, Chinese ties, and the human toll of war.

Seth Jones, an expert on defense industrial policy and the Harold Brown Chair at CSIS, dives into America's defense industrial crisis. He explores historical lessons from World War II, including Roosevelt's efficient mobilization strategies and the pivotal role of companies like GM and Ford. Jones highlights the need for a cultural shift in defense procurement, urging for increased investment in skilled trades and workforce development. He warns against Chinese competition and makes a compelling case for raising defense spending to safeguard national security.

Seth Jones, president of CSIS’s Defense and Security Program and author on military tech, explains how America’s defense industrial base fell from WWII surge capacity to peacetime shrinkage. He discusses consolidation of defense firms, U.S. procurement hurdles, munitions shortages highlighted by Ukraine, and China’s massive wartime production capacity.

Seth Jones, Director of the CSIS Defense and Security Department, sheds light on the ramifications of halting U.S. intelligence sharing with Ukraine amid its conflict with Russia. He discusses the potential impact on Ukraine’s military operations and explores whether European nations can fill the intelligence gap. The conversation also dives into the implications of the recent Trump-Zelensky meeting for minerals deals and U.S. security guarantees. Additionally, the episode touches on Russia's subversive tactics in Europe, including political manipulation and shocking assassination plots.

Seth G. Jones, President of the Defense and Security Department at CSIS, shares insights on the upcoming Trump-Putin meeting in Alaska and its implications for Ukraine. The discussion highlights Ukraine's military struggles, including territorial losses and the need for enhanced U.S. support. Jones emphasizes the importance of addressing deeper geopolitical issues beyond mere territorial concessions. The conversation also covers innovative Ukrainian strategies, such as drone warfare, that could impact the conflict's trajectory and facilitate more meaningful negotiations.

This discussion features Seth Jones, an expert in defense and security, Emily Harding, a vice president at CSIS specializing in military matters, and Ben Jensen, who heads the futures lab at CSIS. They delve into Israel's recent strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, examining the motivations and potential long-term impacts on regional security. The guests explore the nuances of military retaliation, international support dynamics, and Iran's precarious geopolitical position, revealing how these events could reshape global trade and stability.

Joining the discussion is Seth G. Jones, an expert in defense and security at CSIS, who provides insights into the troubling state of the war in Ukraine. He reveals that Russia's military is faltering, with advances as slow as 50 meters per day and substantial casualties nearing a million by summer 2025. The conversation also highlights the economic turmoil Russia faces, including a struggling defense industry and growing inflation. Jones emphasizes the impact of these failures on Russia's domestic support and overall military strategy.

Seth Jones, a national security expert on military strategy and munitions, Neil Dutta, an economist focused on inflation and labor, and Dan Pickering, an oil markets analyst, discuss Iran-linked risks pushing oil prices, supply tightness and futures premiums. They cover how energy shocks reshape inflation and labor risks, U.S. munitions strains, China’s military lessons, and alliance dynamics.

Dr. Alexander Miller, Army Chief Technology Officer bridging Army, industry, and acquisition. Dr. Seth G. Jones, defense strategy expert and author focused on the industrial base. They discuss how industrial capacity shapes long wars. They compare fast procurement cultures, historic mobilization lessons, commercial scale versus China's production, and reforms to speed acquisition, signal demand, and rebuild surge capacity.