Until the Clock Runs Out: US Civilians Must Find Their Own Way to Kabul Airport
Not having the capability to evacuate American citizens to Kabul airport adds another black eye to American’s withdrawal debacle.
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The Purple Heart Debate: Why and to Whom Should It Be Awarded?
Modern realities and the evolving nature of conflict raise questions about who’s eligible to receive the Purple Heart.
The Collapse of Afghanistan: Blame the Suits, Not the Boots
“I inherited a deal cut by my predecessor,” President Biden said. It left the Taliban “in the strongest position militarily since 2001.”
The US Didn’t Leave Afghanistan a Mess, We Left Because It Is a Mess
What are the options of America going forward?
As Afghanistan Nears Collapse, US to Send 8,000 Troops for “Partial Evacuation”
“This is not abandonment. This is not an evacuation. This is not a wholesale withdrawal,” the State Department incredulously said.
Russia and China Conduct Large-scale Joint Exercise
Putin hinted that a Sino-Russian military alliance is possible. “We don’t need it, but, theoretically, it’s quite possible to imagine it.”
Iranian Proxy Forces Hijack Tanker Off UAE Coast
Following the latest Iranian hijack, tensions are building up in the Persian Gulf.
US Conducts Another Airstrike Against Al-Shabaab in Somalia as the Debate Over The Strikes’ Legality Continues
“This is another major blow to al-Shabaab’s means to wage war against the Somali people,” Somalia’s government said.
New Missile Silos May Be China’s Answer to Rivals With a Lot More Nukes
China appears to be building hundreds of new silos to house intercontinental ballistic missiles, raising some questions about its intentions.
Global Terrorism Grows as US Transitions to Near-peer Competition
Global terrorism continues to attract new recruits in its fight against the “Great Satan.” The U.S. must not become complacent.
US Could Shift From a Combat to an Advisory Role in Iraq
“Iraqis are now ready to stand up on their feet and protect themselves. We are no longer in need of US combat troops,” the PM of Iraq said.
Malian Coup Leader, Asimi Goita, Targeted in Assassination Attempt
An investigation is underway to determine the motive behind the attack on Goita. Mali has been facing political instability for the past year.
