Geostrategic Media Political Commentary, Analysis, Security, Defense
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol initiated martial law on Tuesday of this week, claiming that North Korean sympathizers have infiltrated the opposition party: the Democratic Party of Korea. Martial law was over before it truly started, what happened? Washington, DC is fourteen hours ahead of Seoul. London is …
December, 2024
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4 December
The Return of Syria’s Rebels: Neither Unexpected Nor Final
The survival of the Assad regime now depends on coordination and mutual understanding between Iran, Russia, and Turkey. The sudden territorial gains of Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) in northern Syria, including Aleppo—Syria’s second-largest city—have reawakened the nation’s dormant civil war. Although these developments may catch some off guard, …
November, 2024
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30 November
7 weeks until Trump: Russia and Ukraine fight for advantage before peace talks are imposed
There may be only seven weeks left for meaningful fighting in Russia’s war on Ukraine, and both sides are gritting their teeth for what could be the last big push. Donald Trump has vowed to end the conflict within a day of taking office and has appointed former …
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30 November
Nuclear Escalation Doctrine – What America and Russia’s “Firebreaks” Mean for Israel’s Security
As Israel edges closer to decisions about preemptive strikes on Iran, it must navigate an increasingly complex global security landscape shaped by U.S. and Russian nuclear doctrines. These doctrines—markedly divergent in their thresholds for nuclear engagement—carry profound implications for Israel’s strategic calculus, particularly as it weighs anticipatory self-defense …
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30 November
Trump’s Second Term and the Middle East: A Forecast of Challenges and Opportunities
On November 6, 2024, Donald Trump secured victory in Wisconsin, surpassing the required 270 electoral votes, confirming him as the 47th president of the United States—a second term of the presidency after losing to Joseph Biden in the 2020 election. After Grover Cleveland, Trump is the second U.S. …
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30 November
The Politicization of Human Rights Must End
Human rights are universally acknowledged as fundamental principles that safeguard human dignity, freedom, and equality. However, their interpretation and application often vary across cultures, political systems, and historical contexts. A growing concern in the international community is the politicization of human rights, especially by Western powers, which selectively …
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30 November
Prediction of World War 3 and Its Global Impact
Following World Wars I (1914–1918) and II (1939–1945), World War III (WWIII or WW3), commonly referred to as the Third World War, is a fictitious future worldwide battle. It is often believed that, like its predecessors, this war would involve all of the major nations and use nuclear …
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30 November
Trump’s Cabinet Picks Signal a National Security Crisis
The return of Donald Trump to the presidency promises a new era of governance marked by profound risks to American national security. The term kakistocracy, defined as “government by the worst people,” captures this reality. Trump’s potential cabinet nominations—stacked with loyalty-driven picks lacking expertise—signal an alarming shift in …
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21 November
King Abdullah’s Speech from the Throne
By Shehab Al-Makahleh His Majesty King Abdullah articulated in his Speech from the Throne a roadmap for the Kingdom’s future as it navigates the volatile realities of the Middle East. His address was laden with meaning, offering clarity on Jordan’s steadfast principles, its approach to the Gaza crisis …
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