Middle East
Regional security, proxy networks, escalation risk, and conflict diplomacy across the Middle East.
181 Dispatches
Operation Opera: Israel's Daring 1981 Raid on Iraq's Osirak Reactor
How Israel destroyed Iraq's Osirak nuclear reactor in 1981, the assassinations that preceded the strike, the F-16 raid itself, and its disputed legacy.
The Iran-Iraq War: Eight Years of Trench Warfare, Human Waves, and Chemical Weapons
How Saddam Hussein's 1980 invasion of Iran spiraled into one of the deadliest wars in modern history, ending with roughly two million dead and no borders changed.
The Collapse of Yemen: How the STC is Forging the State of South Arabia
Following a lightning offensive by the Southern Transitional Council, Yemen faces partition. Explore how the STC aims to build a recognized sovereign
Could and Should Ukraine Join NATO?
An in-depth analysis of whether Ukraine can and should join NATO, examining the strategic benefits, escalation risks, and alternative security
The Battles Ahead: Anticipating the World at War in 2026
Explore the geopolitical flashpoints of 2026, from escalating wars in Eastern Europe and the Middle East to rising violence in Latin America and Africa.
Global Flashpoints: Factional Politics, Proxy Wars, and Civil Unrest
An in-depth geopolitical analysis covering the prospects of British civil unrest, Kurdish factional politics, the DRC-Rwanda proxy war, and the Sudan
Jordan's Special Forces Group: Elite Middle East Operators
Explore the history, rigorous training, and advanced counterterrorism operations of Jordan's elite Special Forces Group under King Abdullah II.
Israel and Iran Navigate a Tenuous and Unprecedented Ceasefire
After twelve days of intense aerial bombardment, Israel, Iran, and the United States navigate a fragile and unprecedented ceasefire in the Middle East.
The Collapse of Iran's Proxy Network: Why the Axis of Resistance Failed
An in-depth analysis of how Israel systematically dismantled Iran's proxy forces, leading to the strategic collapse of the Axis of Resistance.
Operation Gideon's Chariots and the Escalating Crisis in Gaza
Discover the devastating realities of Operation Gideon's Chariots, the escalating humanitarian blockade in Gaza, and shifting international alliances.
American Militias Resurge as UAE Eyes Post-War Gaza Control
An undercover investigation reveals the growing threat of US militias, while the UAE pushes for control over post-war Gaza reconstruction and governance.
The Rise of the Houthi Rebels: From Insurgents to Global Geopolitical Threat
Discover the origins, tactical evolution, and geopolitical impact of Yemen's Houthi rebels, from localized insurgents to a global maritime threat in the