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As the U.S. military shifts from counterterrorism to great power competition, Green Berets are becoming more relevant due to their expertise in unconventional warfare, influence operations, and partner nation capacity-building

TL;DR As Trump prepares to re-enter the White House, Pentagon leaders are concerned about how to handle potentially unlawful orders, such as using active-duty troops to suppress protests or support mass deportations. Informal discussions are already underway to strategize responses if Trump pushes military boundaries, which could lead to

TL;DR: Gold prices have soared to unprecedented highs in 2024, signaling potential fiscal turmoil and escalating geopolitical conflicts. This surge may indicate that nations like China and Russia are quietly building reserves, preparing for financial instability or even conflict with the West. As traditional economic drivers lose relevance, the

TL;DR With Donald Trump’s recent re-election and his renewed focus on mass deportations, Canadian authorities are preparing for a potential surge of asylum seekers crossing the border. The expansion of the Safe Third Country Agreement has made legal crossings harder, pushing migrants to risk dangerous, unofficial routes. As

TL;DR The Suwałki Gap is a dual Achilles' heel for both NATO and Russia. This narrow corridor, situated between Poland and Lithuania, is critical for NATO's access to the Baltic states and for Russia's defense of its Kaliningrad exclave. As Poland ramps up military

TL;DR French-Israeli relations have reached a new low as of November 7, 2024. French President Emmanuel Macron's call for an arms embargo on Israel, citing concerns over civilian casualties in Gaza, has been met with fierce backlash from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who accused France of

TL;DR As tensions between Iran and Israel peak ahead of the U.S. presidential election on November 5, 2024, intelligence reports suggest Iran may launch a significant attack on Israel, leveraging the election’s timing. Both countries have been engaged in escalating tit-for-tat strikes, and Iranian-backed militias in Iraq

TL;DR Russian forces in Ukraine are increasingly using Mosin-Nagant rifles, a 19th-century bolt-action firearm, reflecting logistical constraints and material shortages within the Russian military. Known for its durability and long-range accuracy, the Mosin has seen renewed use among reservists and conscripts, though it lacks the tactical effectiveness of modern

Introduction: A Defining Year for Global Democracy As of November 3, 2024, the world is well into a pivotal election year, with nearly 80 countries—representing nearly half of the world’s population—holding elections. With some elections already completed and others still pending, the outcomes continue to redefine democratic

TL;DR Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces a new scandal as a close aide is arrested for allegedly leaking classified intelligence, reportedly influencing public opinion on Gaza strategies. This controversy adds to Netanyahu’s ongoing corruption trial, where he faces charges of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust. Amid

TL;DR Israel has heightened security at an unspecified sensitive facility following intelligence reports of a potential Iranian retaliation, likely using proxy forces from Iraq. This move follows recent direct Israeli airstrikes on Iranian sites and escalating threats from Iranian officials. Iran’s potential response, anticipated before the U.S.

TL;DR Following direct Israeli airstrikes on Iranian targets in April and October, recent intelligence suggests Iran is preparing a major retaliatory strike from Iraqi territory, likely involving drones and ballistic missiles launched by pro-Iranian militias. This response, anticipated before the U.S. Presidential Election, underscores Iran’s intent to

TL;DR The Israeli Air Force recently conducted precision strikes targeting Hezbollah’s elite Radwan Force and Unit 4400 facilities near Al-Qusayr, Syria. These operations are part of a broader campaign to disrupt Hezbollah's weapon transfer routes from Iran through Syria into Lebanon. With rising regional tensions, Israel&