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Putin’s war in Ukraine may cost him control of the south Caucasus
Russia’s leverage in the South Caucasus is eroding as the unresolved Azerbaijan-Armenia conflict weakens its influence, exacerbated by Putin’s draining war in Ukraine.
The 19th century is a terrible guide to modern statecraft
Dividing global power among Trump, Xi, and Putin creates an unstable, perilous order. Relying on 19th-century models for such modern statecraft is a fatal error.
Putin’s radioactive chokehold on the world
Russia leverages its dominance in nuclear fuel and technology to exert global influence, creating a radioactive chokehold on the international market.
How South Africa could harness Donald Trump’s wrath
South Africa can leverage US pressure to counter false “white genocide” narratives, potentially turning external scrutiny into beneficial domestic outcomes.
The War Room newsletter: The daddy of all summits
The War Room newsletter highlights "The daddy of all summits" as the ultimate gathering, emphasizing its significance and prestige within the community.
Sex work in the gig economy
Sweden plans to ban OnlyFans content, reflecting growing legal distinctions within the gig economy's sex work sector. This move highlights the complex regulatory challenges posed by digital platforms.
Feckless Europe accepts Trump’s Lone Ranger diplomacy
Europe’s meek acceptance of Trump’s unilateral approach signals its inaction, effectively welcoming his "vigilante justice" and solo diplomacy.
Can men and women be just friends?
Gendered platonic friendships are possible but complex, often challenged by societal norms and unspoken romantic or sexual tensions.
In Trumpworld, toppling rulers is taboo
Donald Trump prefers transactional diplomacy over toppling foreign governments, viewing regime change as taboo within his political approach.
The War Room newsletter: Why Israel attacked Iran—and what comes next
This War Room briefing analyzes the strategic rationale behind Israel’s recent strike on Iran and examines the potential geopolitical ramifications and future implications of the conflict.
The West has stopped losing its religion
Contrary to secularization trends, Christianity in the West is stabilizing and growing among younger demographics, halting its previous decline.
Taiwan thinks the unthinkable: resisting China without America
Taiwan faces a strategic dilemma, questioning its defense posture if the original plan relied solely on delaying China until U.S. forces arrived.
To earn American help, allies are told to elect nationalists
Allies urge nationalist elections to secure U.S. support, as MAGA-aligned factions court groups with histories of destabilizing Europe.
Vladimir Putin’s sickening statistic: 1m Russian casualties in Ukraine
Russia reports 1 million casualties in Ukraine, using financial compensation to soothe grieving families.
The War Room newsletter:Â How Ukraine humbled Putin (again)
The War Room newsletter details how Ukraine’s recent successes have further humbled Putin, alongside providing ongoing updates on the conflict.
The Uber of the underworld
Novice criminals are increasingly using ready-made hacking kits, creating a gig economy for cybercrime.
The War Room newsletter: Explore our “Archive 1945” project
The War Room newsletter invites readers to explore the “Archive 1945” project, offering a deep dive into this significant historical initiative.
Donald Trump steals Xi Jinping’s favourite foreign policy
Trump mocks Beijing’s claim that US meddling causes Middle East chaos, snapping “Snap!” in response to China’s attribution of regional instability to American intervention.
Can China jam your GPS?
China’s substantial investment in its BeiDou network provides Beijing with the capability to potentially disrupt or gain an advantage over GPS signals.