Middle East
Regional security, proxy networks, escalation risk, and conflict diplomacy across the Middle East.
192 Dispatches
The Evolution of Abu Mohammed al-Golani: The Man Who Overthrew Assad
Explore the complex evolution of Abu Mohammed al-Golani, from an al-Qaeda jihadist to the leader of HTS and the uncrowned ruler of post-Assad Syria.
America Isn't Ready for a Major War — Here's Why That Should Worry You
The Commission on the National Defense Strategy warns the US is unprepared for a major conflict. Key findings on military gaps, adversary strength, and
America’s Middle East Peace Plan: A Framework to End the Israel-Hamas War
Analyze President Biden's three-stage Middle East peace plan aimed at securing a ceasefire, returning hostages, and ending the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza.
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 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.
The Art of War: The Anatomy and Global History of Rebellion
Explore the fundamental mechanics of rebellion, from ancient uprisings in Athens to modern insurgencies in the Middle East, Myanmar, and global
The Art of War: Proxy Warfare Through the Ages
How major powers use proxy warfare to fight without direct conflict — from Byzantine politics to Ukraine, Syria, Yemen, and the new Cold War.
The Battle of Khasham: When Wagner Commandos and US Special Operators Clashed
How 30 US commandos and allied air power destroyed a 500-strong Wagner and Syrian force at Khasham in February 2018, the first US-Russia clash since the
Benjamin Netanyahu: The Life and Legacy of Israel's Longest-Serving Prime Minister
A comprehensive profile of Benjamin Netanyahu covering his family roots, military service, political career, and the controversies defining Israel's
Blackwater: Portrait of America's Most Notorious Private Military Contractor
From Navy SEAL training grounds to the Nisour Square massacre and beyond — the full history of Blackwater, America's most infamous private military
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.
Economic Warfare: How to Quietly Devastate a Country
From WWI blockades to modern sanctions on Russia, economic warfare has shaped history by starving armies, draining resources, and collapsing industries.