Author: Guy D. McCardle

While most of the world scrolls past headlines and sips overpriced coffee, Ukraine and Russia are still bleeding in the mud — and the outcome of that grind will shape the next decade of global security.

Phil Hegseth’s role at the Pentagon demonstrates how trusted, capable professionals are often called upon to bridge the gap between agencies—regardless of their last name.

President Trump is preparing to weigh three bold options for his sweeping Golden Dome missile defense system—a project that could redefine America’s security posture but comes with sky-high costs, technical hurdles, and serious geopolitical consequences.

Vice President JD Vance’s visit to Greenland has quickly morphed into a full-blown geopolitical headache, drawing protests, diplomatic backlash, and a sharp reminder that the Arctic is once again a chessboard for global power plays.

The agreements forged in Riyadh mark a fragile but meaningful step toward de-escalation in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, though early signs of strain reveal just how uncertain the road to lasting peace remains.

Keith Barry endured an unimaginable injustice at the hands of a broken military justice system, and while his conviction was overturned, the fight for true justice—and the accountability of those responsible—is far from over.

Just because someone mentions nukes or troop movements in a group chat doesn’t automatically make it “classified”—there’s a whole process for that, and trust me, it’s not done by accident.

The accidental inclusion of a journalist in a Signal chat about sensitive military plans is a sharp reminder of how easily digital missteps can turn into national security headaches.

The U.S. decision to lift bounties on top Taliban leaders—just days after the release of an American hostage—raises serious questions about whether Washington is quietly shifting from a stance of pressure to one of pragmatic negotiation with a regime still designated as a terrorist organization.

Framed by critics as a provocation, the U.S. delegation’s visit to Greenland highlights Washington’s urgent push to secure influence in the Arctic amid rising tensions with Russia and China.

Trump’s circling the runway on cutting Turkey a deal, but until Erdoğan scraps those Russian missiles, the F-35s are staying parked.

Israel just took out one of Hamas’ top brass, Salah al-Bardaweel, in a precision strike that sent a clear message: no one in their leadership is untouchable.