Editors’ Picks: The best summer reads for national security nerds

Plus: Militaries can’t transition to renewable energy. JULY 27, 2024  |  [VIEW IN BROWSER](  |  [SUBSCRIBE](     Sponsored by [Seton Hall University]( [A woman reads a book on the beach in Hyères, France, on July 20.]( A woman reads a book on the beach in Hyères, France, on July 20. Magali Cohen/Hans Lucas/AFP via Getty Images [1]( [The Best Summer Reads for National Security Nerds]( The geopolitics of Formula 1, daring women journalists of the Vietnam War, and other page-turners for the beach. By Jack Detsch, Robbie Gramer   [2]( [Militaries Can’t Transition to Renewable Energy]( For now, fossil fuel use will rise—but the defense sector can lead innovation into the next generation of low-carbon sources. By Brenda Shaffer   [3]( [The Trump/Vance Unilateralist Delusion]( The Republican ticket has unified—around a fundamentally unrealistic foreign policy. By Stephen M. Walt   [4]( [China’s Nuclear Taboo Isn’t as Strong as It Seems]( New research casts doubt on a long-standing theory. By Changwook Ju, Joshua Byun   [5]( [What in the World?]( Test yourself on the week of July 20: Biden ends his reelection campaign, Bangladesh erupts in protest, and the Korean balloon saga continues. By Drew Gorman Sponsored [A World of Experience]( The School of Diplomacy and International Relations at Seton Hall University, has been ranked a best graduate school by GradReports. We’re a premier professional school located in the NY Metro area, that prepares students for diverse careers through collaborative mentorship, customizable programs in multi-lateral diplomacy. Study online/on campus. Participate in flagship research and leadership opportunities. [Start here](.   [Summer 2024 Issue]( What does the future of European security and alliances look like? Nine thinkers discuss the continent's future without America's embrace. Read their takes in the newly-released print issue. [EXPLORE THE ISSUE](   [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Instagram]( [LinkedIn]( You’re receiving this email at {EMAIL} because you signed up for FP's Editors' Picks newsletter. [MANAGE YOUR EMAIL PREFERENCES]( | [VIEW OUR PRIVACY POLICY]( | [UNSUBSCRIBE]( Interested in partnering with FP on events, podcasts, or research? [Explore FP Solutions](. [Foreign Policy]( is a division of Graham Holdings Company. All contents © 2024 Graham Digital Holding Company LLC. All rights reserved. Foreign Policy, 655 15th St NW, Suite 300, Washington, DC, 20005.