International Insight

A drone attack on the Kremlin, the seat of power in Russia, has caused ripples of concern worldwide and prompted a flurry of accusations and counterclaims between Russia and Ukraine, while the United States diligently investigates the incident to uncover the truth. As the global community closely follows these developments, varying perspectives emerge, shedding light on the complex situation. From ...

Turkey is gearing up for a crucial election on May 14, with the current president Recep Tayyip Erdogan facing strong opposition from various parties. The country has been in turmoil for the past few years, with a struggling economy, political unrest, and natural disasters. This election is seen as a chance for the people of Turkey to demand change and restore stability to their nation. There are s...

The decision to join NATO was made under the leadership of Finland's newly elected prime minister, who has made it a priority to strengthen Finland's ties with the West. The move has been met with both support and criticism, with some arguing that it will lead to increased tension with Russia, while others see it as a necessary step to protect Finland's sovereignty and security. Supposedly, Finl...

The recent leak of classified Pentagon documents has sent shockwaves through the U.S. government and raised concerns about national security. The leak, which occurred in early April 2023, exposed sensitive information about U.S. military operations and capabilities, and it has been described as one of the most significant breaches of classified information in recent years. But who leaked the documen...

Israel has long been regarded as the only democracy in the Middle East. However, recent judicial reforms proposed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government have raised concerns about the country's democratic credentials. Some experts are now questioning whether Israel is backsliding from its democratic ideals. The proposed judicial reforms in question would grant the government greater control over the ap...

Taiwan has recently adopted a new military strategy against China, in hopes of being better prepared should a war befall them. The new “Porcupine” approach consists of guerilla warfare, extensive spy work, and limited direct battle. This type of behind-the-scenes conflict forces both China and each respective country’s allies to rethink their strategies if war were to come to fruition. According to a Taiwan military expert, the Porcupine Strategy is a concept of asymmetr...

It has already been more than a year since Russia invaded Ukraine. In the eyes of Russia, this invasion was for a few reasons: the threat of NATO expansion, the amount of natural resources that can be found in Ukraine, and Putin's view that Ukrainian sovereignty is illegitimate. An article by The Guardian estimates that right now, around 17% of Ukraine has been taken under Russian control.  This, ...

The 20th anniversary of the invasion of Iraq has prompted many to reflect on the lessons learned and the lasting impact of this military excursion. The invasion of Iraq, which began on March 19, 2003, was launched by the United States under the administration of President George W. Bush, who argued that Iraq possessed weapons of mass destruction (WMD) and posed a threat to international security. ...

The recent discovery of several surveillance balloons believed to have originated in China has raised concerns about international security and has the potential to impact U.S.-China relations going forward. The first surveillance balloon was discovered in U.S. airspace on Feb. 2. The balloon was equipped with advanced surveillance technology and was capable of monitoring a wide range of activi...

The recent earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria on February 10 was a tragic event that has claimed hundreds of lives and left thousands injured and homeless. While earthquakes are natural disasters that are beyond human control, the extent of the damage caused by the earthquake in Turkey was exacerbated by political corruption and negligence. In Turkey, corruption and political influence have...

Russia is a country with a rich history and abundant natural resources, including oil, natural gas, and minerals. For many years, Russia has been an important player in the world economy and has relied heavily on its energy exports to fuel its growth. However, with the world's increasing focus on renewable energy sources and energy efficiency, Russia's place in the world economy is changing, and it f...

The Pentagon has recently announced plans to send U.S. arms stored in Israel to Ukraine, in an effort to support the country's defense against Russian aggression.  The move is part of a larger effort by the United States to provide military aid to Ukraine, which has been locked in a conflict with Russia since February 24th, 2022. The arms being sent to Ukraine include Javelin anti-tank missiles, which ...