Brian Michael Jenkins

Brian Michael Jenkins is a senior advisor to the president of RAND and a prolific author on terrorism, including Will Terrorists Go Nuclear? and The Long Shadow of 9/11. A decorated Green Beret veteran, he served in Vietnam and the Dominican Republic and received the Army’s highest award for his service. He has held numerous advisory roles to the U.S. government, including on aviation security, counterterrorism, and transportation protection.

April 15, 2026

Columns/Geopolitics

Bound by Rivers, Driven by Strategy

Since the beginning of the new era, China’s policy of fostering amity, sincerity, mutual benefit, and inclusiveness in neighborhood diplomacy has significantly advanced its relations with neighboring countries. China has reached a

Diplomacy

China Marks 76th National Day in Maldives as President Muizzu Pledges Stronger Ties

The Chinese Embassy in the Maldives hosted a grand reception on September 30 to celebrate the 76th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China and the Mid-Autumn Festival. The event brought together nearly 250 distinguished guests, including

October 3, 2025

Solidarity in the Storm

Columns/Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka was struck by severe flooding and landslides caused by Cyclone Ditwah, leading to road blockages, destruction of homes and loss of life.

Clean Water, Shared Destiny: China–Sri Lanka Friendship in Action

Diplomacy

China and Sri Lanka first became connected through Buddhism and later through the Maritime Silk Road. The friendship between the two peoples has transcended

Hamas Doesn’t Want Peace — It Wants Survival

January 22, 2026

Columns/Geopolitics

Editor’s Note: The following column is based on the author’s detailed analysis originally published in CIC Sentinel, a monthly publication of the Combating Terrorism Center at West Point. It has been adapted

Next Door to Chaos: The U.S., Mexico, and the Cartel Conundrum

September 27, 2025

Diplomacy

Editor’s Note: The following column is based on excerpts from the latest issue of the CTC Sentinel, published by the Combating Terrorism Center at West Point. The United States has confronted the