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BIO

The Cipher Brief is a digital, security-based conversation platform that connects the private sector with the world’s leading security experts. We deliver a relevant analysis of news and events that helps readers accurately anticipate and safely navigate the complex, unstable, global security environment. The Cipher Brief was founded by former CNN Intelligence Correspondent Suzanne Kelly on the belief that reporting on the latest security breaches or global security issues alone won’t always help find solutions to the bigger problems. Engaging the private sector in a solutions-based conversation is what moves the ball down the field.

Articles by this Author

Islamic State's Sinai Affiliate Remains a Destabilizing Force in Egypt Wed, 06/12/2019 - 3:31pm
On Nobility and the CIA’s War in Afghanistan Fri, 01/04/2019 - 9:07am
Why Idlib Matters Fri, 09/07/2018 - 2:55am
IS’ Strategy in Iraq and Syria: From ‘Remain and Expand’ to ‘Adapt and Evolve’ Tue, 09/04/2018 - 4:15am
The 2011 U.S. Withdrawal from Iraq: Relevance for Syria Today Tue, 05/08/2018 - 10:03am
Preparing for the Urban Future of Counterinsurgency Wed, 03/07/2018 - 9:19am
With Coffers Draining, ISIS May Seek Donations And Step Up Crime Fri, 10/27/2017 - 4:03pm
The Cipher Brief Threefer on Urban Conflict, Trends & Environment Sun, 10/22/2017 - 9:36pm
Nation Building or Targeted Killings: Tough Choices for U.S. in Somalia Thu, 10/19/2017 - 5:34am
Austerity Cloud Hovers Over Pentagon Wish List for Guerillas and Climate Tue, 09/19/2017 - 7:08am
Al Qaeda Thrives Across Weak West African States Thu, 09/14/2017 - 11:57am
The U.S. Military Should Not Be the Only Foreign Policy Tool in Africa Wed, 07/26/2017 - 8:50am
How U.S., South Korean Special Ops Would Join Forces in a New Korean War Sun, 06/18/2017 - 8:07pm
Interview With COL David Maxwell on US Special Operations Troops Advising Philippines Forces on Insurgents Fri, 06/16/2017 - 7:37am
Philippine City is a Battleground in Global Fight Against Extremism Fri, 06/16/2017 - 7:14am
The Cipher Brief SOF Threefer Tue, 05/09/2017 - 4:38am
Decision Day in the U.S.: Daunting Security Challenges Ahead Tue, 11/08/2016 - 8:34am
U.S. Special Operations Forces at 9-11, Today, and for the Future Tue, 09/13/2016 - 12:10pm