In this February 2026 News Roundup, hosts Jim and Curtis examine key developments shaping modern deterrence this month—from nuclear bomber acquisition and the end of the New START treaty to the 4th anniversary of war in Ukraine. The discussion also highlights the critical role of energy security, logistics, and resilience in sustaining credible deterrence amid an increasingly complex global security environment.
Key Takeaways:
Military modernization remains central to effective deterrence
The end of New START raises new nuclear stability challenges
Energy security and logistics are critical to national defense
Ukraine underscores both the human cost of war and the need for deterrence
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