The Art of Vassalization: How Russia’s War on Ukraine Has Shaped Transatlantic Relations
The issue of sending Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine became a contentious point in European and German politics throughout late 2022. As part of a collective Western effort to support Ukraine against Russia’s invasion, Ukraine had urgently requested Western tanks,…
North Korean Official Issues Strong Warning to U.S. Over Increasing Tensions
North Korea’s First Vice Foreign Minister, Choe Son Hui, has issued a stern warning to the United States, condemning what she describes as provocative actions and pressure tactics against Pyongyang. Her remarks come amid increasingly strained relations between the two…
Iran Simulates Air Defense Against Major Attack on Key Nuclear Facility During ‘Eqtedar 1403’
Iranian Armed Forces showcased their advanced air defense capabilities during the Eqtedar 1403 exercises in Isfahan province, simulating large-scale kinetic and electronic attacks. Designed to test the country’s readiness against real-world threats, the drills focused on defending critical infrastructure, including…
Zelenskyy Vows to End Russia’s Invasion in 2025 Amid Ongoing Struggles
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has pledged to continue the fight against Russia in 2025, vowing that his country will do everything in its power to end the nearly three-year-long invasion. In a national address delivered just before midnight on December…
Russia Rejects Trump Team’s Peace Proposal for Ukraine
Russia has firmly rejected the peace proposal reportedly being considered by former President Donald Trump’s team to end the ongoing war in Ukraine. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov expressed his dissatisfaction with the proposal, which suggests suspending hostilities along the…
Psychic’s 2025 Predictions Include World War 3, Celebrity Ups and Downs, and Economic Challenges
Self-proclaimed psychic Nicolas Aujula, known for his previous claims to have accurately predicted events such as COVID-19 and the Black Lives Matter movement, has shared his predictions for 2025. While he envisions some positive advancements, Aujula also warns of significant…
Gaza’s Population Declines by 6% Amid Ongoing Israeli Assault, Humanitarian Crisis Deepens
The population of Gaza has decreased by 6 percent since the start of the Israeli assault nearly 15 months ago, according to the Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics (PCBS). Around 100,000 Palestinians have fled the enclave, while over 55,000 are…
Endgame in Ukraine: Could 2025 Mark the End of the War?
As Russia’s President Vladimir Putin declared at his end-of-year news conference in December, the situation on the frontlines of the Ukraine war is shifting rapidly. “There is movement along the entire front line. Every day,” Putin said, describing the ongoing…
Taiwan’s First New Tanks in 30 Years: Is the M1A2T Abrams the Right Choice for the Republic of China Army
Taiwan’s Republic of China Armed Forces (ROCAF) has received its first shipment of 38 M1A2T Abrams main battle tanks, marking the first acquisition of new tanks in nearly three decades. Arriving on December 13, the tanks made a 350-kilometre journey…
America’s Unpreparedness for a Protracted War: A Wake-Up Call
The war in Ukraine has exposed a grim reality: the United States military is far from ready for a drawn-out conflict with a capable adversary. For decades, the U.S. military assumed it could quickly and decisively win wars. But Ukraine…
Windows, Not Walls: Rethinking Air Superiority in Future Wars
For decades, Western military strategy has treated air superiority as a cornerstone of victory. However, the quest for dominance in the skies is becoming less feasible and more expensive—especially when facing a near-peer adversary. Instead, militaries should embrace a more…
Turkey’s Hidden Oil Shipments to Israel: Strategic Partnership Under the Radar
Despite Turkey’s public stance condemning Israeli policies, particularly regarding the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict, new research suggests Ankara has continued to facilitate major oil shipments to Israel. Using satellite imagery and shipping data, researchers from the Stop Fuelling Genocide campaign revealed…