Howard Stoffer, Ph.D.

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WICC 600: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Please Mr. President, Stop

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, talks about the latest developments on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

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yahoo!news: Biden pushes Finland and Sweden to join NATO as future of European security questioned

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, comments that NATO will become more vital than ever before with Finland and Sweden joining the alliance.

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The World News: Vladimir Putin's dark reason for keeping his daughters and grandchildren secret

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, comments on some of the reasons Vladimir Putin keeps his daughters out of the media spotlight.

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WICC 600AM: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, talks about the latest developments on the war in Ukraine and Putin's health.

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Politico: The U.S.-China journo, nukes and drug problem

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, says that even though China has not spoken out about Russia invading Ukraine, they are experiencing an impact on their economy and food shortages.

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Boston Herald: Report: Putin faces cancer surgery; his temporary fill in won't 'do anything rash'

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, talks about a meeting he once had with Nikolai Patrushev, the head of the Russian federal police's Security Council, who will temporarily fill in for Vladimir Putin while in surgery. 'It was one of the most amazing meetings I ever had.'

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Clearance Jobs: Learning from the Falklands War: Intelligence, Communication, and Saber-Rattling Lessons

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, discusses the lessons learned from the Falklands War 40 years ago, comparing it to what is happening in Ukraine today.

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USA Today: Who are the Russian oligarchs' 'Kremlin kids'? Children of elite face sanctions over Ukraine

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, says Russian oligarchs have taken $1 trillion out of the wealth of Russia since Putin became president.

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The Washington Times: Moscow escalates propaganda in the U.S. as Putin’s war in Ukraine drags on

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, says the Kremlin is very skilled at getting false information out to the people of Russia.

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The Daily Express (London): 'Family is weakness' Vladimir Putin keeping family details secret for 'dark reason'

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, says Putin does not want to be vulnerable, so he keeps his family out of the media.

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Newsweek: Kremlin May Have Confirmed Identities of Putin Daughters After Past Denials

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, was quoted from a recent CNN interview with Don Lemon in which he talked about identifying Vladimir Putin’s daughters and twins from another woman.

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CNN Don Lemon Tonight: New Sanctions Could Target Putin’s Children, Western Official Says

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, talks about the latest rounds of sanctions that include Vladimir Putin’s family, which he has tried to keep private.

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WICC 600AM Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Who’s Watching the Money?

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, talks about the concept of war crimes and why Putin may be brought before the International Criminal Court.

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Entrevista Radio Ecuador: Así Amaneció

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, talks about the current situation in Ukraine and the possibility of the capital of Ukraine falling into Russian hands.

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The W Radio: 'Putin is trapped, bombing civilians are war crimes': Howard Stoffer

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, gives his perspective of the Russian Army's advance to Ukraine's capital and why China will not condemn this invasion.

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Eyewitness News 3: How will this end?

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, talks live with Mark Zinni about the war in Ukraine and President Biden's trip to Brussels with other NATO leaders.

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i24 News: Explainer: Why NATO hesitates to enforce a no-fly zone over Ukraine

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, says Ukraine cannot maintain a no-fly zone over the country without assistance from NATO, explaining that NATO’s Article 5 principle stipulates that an attack on one NATO country is an attack on all members.

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WICC 600AM: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: An Election Year Zoning Fight?

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, discusses the latest developments on Russia’s war with Ukraine.

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USA Today: A 'cold-blooded' alliance? China could be a pivotal force in Russia's war against Ukraine

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, and Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of international affairs, national security, and political sciences, give perspectives on what China can do to negotiate a ceasefire with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

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CNN: Russia Keeps Up Attacks Despite Pledge to Scale Back

Vahid Behzadan, assistant professor of cybersecurity, computer and electrical engineering; Declan Hill, associate professor of investigations; Olena Lennon, an adjunct professor of political science and international affairs; David Sacco, a practitioner in residence of finance; and Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, took part in a panel discussion on the war in Ukraine and it’s impact. The special program was part of collaboration with WFSB, with the show airing on WFSB+ and WFSB’s Facebook page.

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Eyewitness News 3: ANSWER DESK SPECIAL REPORT TONIGHT: Crisis in Ukraine

Vahid Behzadan, assistant professor of cybersecurity, computer and electrical engineering; Declan Hill, associate professor of investigations; Olena Lennon, an adjunct professor of political science and international affairs; David Sacco, a practitioner in residence of finance; and Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, took part in a panel discussion on the war in Ukraine and its impact. The special program was part of collaboration with WFSB, with the show airing on WFSB+ and WFSB’s Facebook page.

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WICC 600AM The Lisa Wexler Show: Dr. Howard Stoffer International Politics

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, talks about the war in Ukraine and why he believes Vladimir Putin is taking this action and calling for his arrest for violation of international law.

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Axios: Why Ukraine wants a no-fly zone — but is unlikely to get one

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, says if NATO imposes a no-fly zone over Ukraine and shoots down a Russian plane, it would mean a war with Russia.

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Action News: Who are the Russian oligarchs? And are they starting to turn on Putin?

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, says Russian oligarchs became rich when they took over state industries during the Soviet era.

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Newsweek: Aside From Putin's Death, No Fly Zone Top Need: Ukrainian Official

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, said the only way to control a no-fly zone is to shoot an aircraft from the sky.

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CTV News Canada: Global Sanctions Slapped onto Russia

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, talks about how Russian oligarchs are trying to hide their money worldwide.

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ABC News: Why a Ukraine no-fly zone isn't an option: Experts

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, says if Ukraine invokes a no-fly zone that Russian jet fighters disregard, there would be no choice but to shoot them down.

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Axios: Why Ukraine wants a no-fly zone — but is unlikely to get one

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, says that if NATO makes Ukraine a no-fly zone, they would be responsible for enforcing it.

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CNN Don Lemon Tonight: New Justice Dept. 'Kleptocapture' Unit Targets Russian Oligarchs Yachts and Other Assets

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, talks about the Department of Justice tracking Russian oligarchs worldwide in an effort to find where Russia is hiding its assets.

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NBC News: Where are the Russian oligarchs? This Twitter feeds follows their private jets

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security, says that Russian oligarchs should be exposed, even if it is just illuminates the travel habits of these wealthy men.

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CNA: Invasion of Ukraine

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security, discusses the latest updates on the Russian invasion of Ukraine and NATO's troops being deployed for the first time.

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Boston Herald: Putin's threats hinting at use of nuclear weapons slammed as 'unthinkable'

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, says it was 'unthinkable' to hear Putin saying he's willing to risk the whole planet for Russian advantage.

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WICC 600AM: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security, talks about the latest development between Russia and Ukraine and the address given by President Joe Biden detailing sanctions.

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Politico: Blinken, Wang Yi Talk Russia-Ukraine

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security and international affairs, says the 2015 Minsk agreement is out of date because the Russians are now holding Crimea.

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i24 News: As the U.S. Pulls Back from the Mideast, China Leans In

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security and international affairs, discusses how China is looking to influence the emerging powers in the Mideast now that the U.S. is not involved in the area.

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WICC 600AM: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, talks about Russia standing at the border of Ukraine, escalating the crisis.

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Newsweek: U.S. Still Doesn't Have an Ambassador to Ukraine, Is It a Problem Amid Russia Tensions?

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, says even though there is currently no U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine, those in the country working on behalf of the U.S. are doing an excellent job of reporting on the situation.

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CNBC: Biden rallies world leaders at G-20 to help address global supply chain issues

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, comments on the global economy will be very important to discuss at the summit.

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Headline & Global News: Biden To Meet With G20 Leaders To Address Issues With Global Supply Chain, Power Crisis

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, comments that G20 leaders will need to address the global supply chain.

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Politico: Xi Jinping's global vision

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security, comments on China's proposed Global Development Initiative outlining an economic development model for low-income countries.

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Mishpacha: 9/11 Twenty Years On

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security, discusses his experience on September 11, 2001, as deputy executive director at the Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate of the United Nations Security Council.

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Fox 61: Professor Howard Stoffer from UNH discusses Biden-Putin summit

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security and criminal justice, talks about the Biden-Putin summit and what this means for the relationship between the United States and Russia.

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NTN24: The Geneva Summit will aim to lower the tension between the US and Russia

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of criminal justice and national security, talks about the Biden-Putin meeting and the expectations of outcomes.

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Sputnik News: Ex-State Department Official Expects Russia-US Ties to Get Back on Track After Putin-Biden Summit

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, comments on the upcoming meeting between President Joe Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin.

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Fox News Radio: Israel Defends Response To Rocket Attacks

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, talks about the airstrikes between Israel and Palestine and who is supplying Hamas with weapons.

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Archyde: How violence between Israelis and Palestinians took the US by “surprise” and poses a special challenge

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, comments on the need for a third party country to intervene between Israel and Palestine, but it may not be America.

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Clearance Jobs: Crack in the Five Eyes Alliance? Not Everyone Has Joined in Response to China

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, comments on the changing dynamics of the Five Eyes Alliance as nations need to have China as an ally for commerce.

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i24 News: Iran & China Sign 25 Year, $400 Billion Strategic Deal

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, discusses the elements of the strategic agreement between Iran and China, including the impact on the infrastructure in Iran to expand military power.

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Sputnik News: US Can Reactivate Open Skies Treaty as Trump Withdrawal Illegal, Ex-State Dept Official Says

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, wrote an opinion on reviving the Open Skies Treaty by the Biden Administration.

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UrduPoint: US, Russia Could Reduce Strategic Arsenals By 1/3 In Future Deal - Ex-Official

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, comments on reducing the number of nuclear weapons.

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CBN News: The Global Lane

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, talks about how the Biden administration will address the state of affairs with Israel.

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Epoch Times: China Free-Rides on US-Built Security System in Middle East: Experts

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, discusses the security provided by the U.S. in the Middle East and the Chinese need for energy from that region.

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iTV: Iran’s Rouhani Addresses UN Amid Heightened Tensions

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, discusses new sanctions against Iran in response to a recent attack in Saudi Arabia.

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UrduPoint: New US-Russia Arms Deal May Take Years To Negotiate - Ex-US Diplomat

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security and a former U.S Foreign Service officer, discusses U.S. arms control negotiations with Russia.

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Sputnik News: Russia, US Should Focus on Extending New START Treaty as Hopes for Reviving INF Lost – Analysts

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security and a former U.S. Foreign Service officer, discusses the importance of the U.S renewing the START treaty with Russia in 2020.

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The Jerusalem Post: Could Trump-Kim Meeting Be a Model for Relations with Iran?

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security and a former U.S. Foreign Service officer, discusses the differences between U.S. negotiations with Iran and negotiations with North Korea.

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The Progressive: Foreign Correspondent: Can Wikileaks’ Julian Assange Get a Fair Trial?

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, weighs in on how the possibility of Britain withdrawing from the European Union can complicate Julian Assange’s appeals process.

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BBC News: Hunt for Bin Laden’s Son

Howard Stoffer, a former U.S. Foreign Service officer and associate professor of national security at the University, speaks about the motivations of Hamza bin Latin and about the shifting dynamics within al-Qaeda.

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Iran Labor News Agency: All Options at the Table at Hanoi Meeting

Howard Stoffer, a former U.S foreign service officer and associate professor of national security at the University, speaks about the lead up to the Kim-Trump summit. This article is in Farsi.

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Canadian News Channel: McCallum: ‘Good Arguments’ On Huawei CFO’s Side

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, offers his opinions on the case of Huawei’s CFO, Meng Wanzhou. He agrees with the Canadian ambassador, John McCallum’s positive outlook on the outcomes of Wanzhou’s case.

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CTV News Channel (Canada): Nuclear Site in North Korea

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, discusses the reports stating the nuclear site in North Korea remains active.

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WTIC-AM 1080: Ray Dunaway with Howard Stoffer

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, discusses Russian hackers.

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WTIC-1080: Mornings with Ray Dunaway

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, discusses the changes in North Korea and the Trump-Kim Summit.

The Daily Signal: What's Next: 3 Possible Scenarios on North Korea After Cancellation of Trump-Kim Summit

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, comments on President Donald Trump’s decision to cancel the summit with North Korea.

Global News - Toronto: U.S. Moving its Israel Embassy to Jerusalem Next Week. Experts Call Move 'a Bad Deal'

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, discusses why Trump's decision to move the U.S. embassy to Jerusalem without any political reimbursement is a bad plan. This story was picked up by dozens of radio stations in Canada.

WTIC-AM: The Rundown: Howard Stoffer on Korean Peninsula

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security, discusses the historic meeting of the presidents of North and South Korea, and what the results of the meeting might be.

I24News: Perspectives: Historic Inter-Korean Summit to Begin Friday

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security, discusses what North Korea, South Korea, and the U.S. expect or hope to gain from the inter-Korean summit. Stoffer's interview begins at 6:47.

Mishpacha: Washington Wrap: No Confusion Here

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security, discusses doubt that Kim Jong-Un of North Korea will stick to promises of denuclearization and ceasing of missile testing.

The Daily Signal: 4 Key Questions Before the Trump-Kim Meeting

Howard Stoffer, professor of national security, discusses Trump's unorthodox diplomatic approach to talks with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.

I24News: The Rundown: Did Kim Jong Un Make Secret Visit to China?

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, discusses why Kim Jong Un would secretly visit Beijing and how it could affect the possibility for talks between North Korea and the U.S.

WTIC-AM: Howard Stoffer on Poisoning of Ex-Russian Spy

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, discusses the U.K.'s reaction to the poisoning of an ex-Russian spy and his daughter, including the expulsion of 23 Russian diplomats, and how poisonings of ex-Russian spies have been perpetrated by Russia for decades.

I24News, Israel: The Rundown: S. Korea: North Open to Denuclearization Talks

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, discusses how North and South Korea could meet to consider denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula and why the U.S. should not interfere until such talks take place.

The Globe Post: Experts Dispute Russian Foreign Ministry's 'Optimistic' Report on Achievements

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, discusses the discrepancies between the Russian Foreign Ministry’s annual end-of-the-year report and Russia’s actions.

i24News: The Rundown: Stoffer: Taking a Hard Line on NK is the Easy Way Out

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, discusses the talks between North and South Korea and the Trump administration’s reaction to them.

WTIC: Ray Dunaway: The Latest Out Of North Korea

Dr. Howard Stoffer, associate professor of National Security, discusses the political climate surrounding North Korea and the response of multiple world powers to recent sanctions and open dialogue between North and South Korea.

WTIC-AM: Ray Dunaway: Troubling News Out Of Iran

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, discusses the anti-government protests, sociopolitical climate, and recent economic changes within Iran.

Sputnik International (Russia): North Korea Crisis: World ‘Hasn’t Run Out of All Diplomatic Options’

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, comments on the successful testing by North Korea of a hydrogen bomb designed for intercontinental ballistic missiles. He explains the crisis on the divided peninsula could still be solved by diplomatic means.

i24News: Debrief: North Korea Vows to Retaliate for Sanctions

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, comments on UN sanctions on North Korea.

New Haven Register: International Centre For Counter Terrorism: Strengthening the United Nation’s Strategic Approach to Countering Terrorism

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, comments on how the United Nations can strengthen their approach to fighting terrorism.

Sputkik News: ’A Real Danger’ of ‘Miscalculation’ Between U.S., North Korea, Expert Warns

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, comments on the recent report that the U.S. is preparing for their B-52 nuclear-capable bombers.

WTIC-AM: Stoffer on 'Mornings with Ray Dunaway

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security and retired member of the Foreign Service of the United States from 1980 to 2005, shares the latest developments on North Korea.

WITC-AM: Stoffer Talks North Korea on ‘Mornings with Ray Dunaway’

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, comments on North Korea.

The Hill: Domestic Crisis Further Clouds Stand-Off with Kim Jung-Un

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, discusses Steven Bannon’s comment that the U.S. does not have a military option for dealing with North Korea and how a strong, calming seasoned leadership is needed in Washington.

WTIC-AM1080: Ray Dunaway: Should We Be Worried About North Korea?

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, discusses North Korea including the history of nuclear weapons threats and how China and South Korea will be affected if any military action is taken.

Yahoo! News: North Korea: Everything You Need to Know about the Nuclear Crisis that has Got the World on Edge

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, comments on the nuclear crisis and how the United States is focused on ending North Korea’s nuclear testing.

24News (Israel): Debrief Focuses on North Korea

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, comments on diplomatic options to North Korea’s ICBM launches and says the U.S. cannot only rely on China.

Newsweek: Four Ways Trump Could Stop Kim Jung Un’s Nuclear Threat

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, comments on non-military actions the U.S. can take to stop North Korea from testing and deploying missiles.

Daily Signal: 4 Response Strategies for Trump After North Korea's New Missile Test

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, proposes diplomatic solutions to North Korea’s test of an ICBM.

China U.S. Focus: U.S. and North Korea Crawling to Confrontation

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security and a former U.S. Department of State official who works on counterterrorism with the United Nations, comments on the unfolding relationship between the U.S. and North Korea.

New London Day: Trump Discusses Subs Presence With Philippines President

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security and former official of both the U.S. Department of State and the United Nations, comments on President Trump discussing classified information.

Business Insider (Malaysia): Russia Seems to Be Intensifying Its New Cold War on the West

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of nationals security, comments on the "cold war-like" posture Russia is taking with the U.S. after President Donald Trump ordered the strike against Syrian President Bashar Assad’s air field on Apr. 7. The story was picked up from publications around the world.

CNN: 4 Times in 4 Days: Russian Military Aircraft Fly Off U.S. Coast

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, comments on Russian military aircraft that were spotted flying off the coast of Alaska. The story was picked up by publications around the country.

WTIC 1080 AM: Howard Stoffer on Ray Dunaway Show

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, comments on the Russian train bombing.

Foreign Affairs: The Dirty Bomb Threat

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, comments on how DNA can help in foreign affairs and defense.

CBS CT/WTIC: Ray Dunaway: Cyber Security and North Korea

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, a retired U.S. Department of State official and former deputy executive director of counter-terrorism for the United Nations Security Council, joins Ray Dunaway to discuss cyber security and North Korea.

China US Focus: The Wrong Adversary

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of national security, writes an op-ed about President Trump taking an adversarial approach to China on trade, currency, regional influence, and on reigning in North Korea.

The Guardian: Donald Trump May Pose an Existential Threat to the United Nations

Howard Stoffer, associate professor of criminal justice, comments on draft executive orders reducing US funding to the United Nations and other international nations.