Leila Mahnad

Iran’s Influence in Afghanistan

Implications for the U.S. Drawdown

This study explores Iranian influence in Afghanistan and the implications for the United States after most U.S. forces depart Afghanistan in 2016. Ira...

A Cost Analysis of the U.S. Air Force Overseas Posture

Informing Strategic Choices

This report seeks to inform the debate over the extent of U.S. military presence overseas by providing a rigorous estimate of the costs associated wit...