Indo-Pacific
Power balances, maritime competition, deterrence, and flashpoints across the Indo-Pacific.
143 Dispatches
Fire From the Sky: Inside Myanmar's Devastating Air War
How Myanmar's military junta has launched over 660 airstrikes against civilians since 2021, backed by Russian and Chinese aircraft sales.
Myanmar’s Civil War Stalemate: Why Neither Side Can Break Through
Analyze the strategic landscape of Myanmar's civil war and why the rebel alliance's momentum has stalled against entrenched Tatmadaw strongholds.
Is Poland Europe's Next Military Superpower?
Poland is spending billions on tanks, HIMARS, and Apache helicopters to build Europe's strongest military east of France. A look at Warsaw's defense surge.
Power Projection: How Nations Extend Military Force Beyond Their Borders
How nations project military power far beyond their territory, from Alexander the Great to modern carrier fleets, and why it matters more than ever.
Russia, China, and the Threat of a Multi-Front Global War
An in-depth analysis of a potential coordinated conflict involving Russia and China, Indo-Pacific security nets, and Kremlin interference in Moldova's
Putin and North Korea: How Russia Is Becoming a Pariah State
How Russia's desperation for artillery shells is driving Putin toward North Korea, risking global isolation and shifting the balance of power in Kim Jong
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.
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
Snow Leopard Commandos: China's Elite Paramilitary Strike Force
Inside China's Snow Leopard Commandos — their secret origins, Olympic security role, Xinjiang operations, training regimen, and potential role in a Taiwan
Taiwan: Is a Chinese Invasion Inevitable?
Examining China's options for reunification with Taiwan — from full-scale amphibious assault to quiet political takeover — and why the situation is far
The Three Gorges Dam: The Most Important Strategic Target in the World
Why the Three Gorges Dam is the world's most significant strategic target, how its destruction could kill hundreds of millions, and what it means for
Trump Could Abandon NATO: Could Europe Survive without America?
Analysis of Trump's threat to abandon NATO Article 5, Europe's military readiness, and whether the alliance could defend against Russia without US support.