Institute for the Study of War 194d ago

Behind every map, assessment, and briefing, a dedicated team of ISW analysts is working 362 days a year to ensure independent, timely analysis remains accessible to the public. These analysts — whose expertise spans the Middle East, Russia & Ukraine, China, and more — bring rigor, speed, and foresight to some of the most complex challenges facing global security. In 2025, their work shaped the global understanding of Russia’s war on Ukraine, Israel and Iran’s Twelve-Day War, shifting dynamics in Syria and Lebanon, China’s gray-zone operations around Taiwan, and adversary information campaigns designed to influence narratives and decision-making. Hear from Kelly Campa, Deputy Team Lead for the Middle East Team, as she reflects on how ISW prepared for and covered the Twelve-Day War between Israel and Iran — from launching initial crisis reporting within minutes to delivering twice-daily assessments that established clarity during a fast-paced inflection point. Support ISW Today: https://isw.pub/EOYYoutube3