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Cross-regional, system-level stories that span multiple theaters, alliances, and strategic domains.
702 Dispatches
Russia's Demographic Time Bomb: A Population in Collapse
Analyze the root causes of Russia's demographic crisis, from Soviet-era policies to the devastating impact of the Ukraine war on a shrinking population.
Russia's Disappearing Generals: Purges, Loyalty Tests, and the Wagner Fallout
Russia's generals face purges and disappearances after Wagner's failed coup. Who survived, who vanished, and what it means for Putin's grip on power.
Russia's Major Assault on Kharkiv: What You Need to Know
Analysis of Russia's May 2024 assault on Kharkiv Oblast, its strategic goals toward Chasiv Yar and Donbas, and what it means for Ukraine's defense.
The SAS: Origins, Evolution, and Enduring Legacy of Britain's Elite
From WWII desert raids to the Iranian Embassy Siege and beyond, trace the full history of the British Special Air Service and its rise to global fame.
Scorched-Earth Policy: The Art of Total Destruction in Warfare
Explore the history and devastating impact of scorched-earth warfare, from ancient Rome and Napoleon's Russia to modern conflicts in Ukraine and Myanmar.
The Second Chechen War: Inside Putin's First Invasion
How the Second Chechen War shaped Putin's rise to power, from the apartment bombings to the siege of Grozny and a decade-long insurgency.
A Protest Movement Could Send Serbia Back to War: The Balkan Crisis Explained
Explore how a massive protest movement in Serbia, regional tensions in Kosovo, and rising political authoritarianism are pushing the Balkans toward
The Seven Weeks' War: How Prussia Defeated Austria and Reshaped Europe
How Prussia's 1866 war against Austria destroyed the German Confederation, launched German unification, and reshaped the balance of power across Europe.
Sheikh Hasina: The Rise and Fall of Bangladesh's Iron Lady
How Sheikh Hasina rose from tragedy to lead Bangladesh for over twenty years, only to be toppled by mass protests in August 2024.
Should (and Could) Hungary Be Expelled From NATO?
Examining whether NATO can legally expel Hungary, how Viktor Orban's vetoes threaten Western unity, and what Budapest's ties to Russia and China mean for
Should Ireland Join NATO? The Case for and Against Ending Neutrality
Ireland's military neutrality faces its biggest test since WWII. Explore the NATO debate, defense gaps, Russian threats, and Dublin's path forward.
Should the US Have Intervened in Syria in 2013?
Analysis of the 2013 US decision not to intervene in Syria after the Ghouta chemical attack, and how inaction shaped the war's outcome and global politics.