Defence
Copying the Losing Side Surely Isn’t a Good Strategy
The Australian Defence Force wants to emulate an army who’ve consistently lost on the battlefield.
The Case for the F-35 Fifth Generation Stealth Fighter
Though the tide of sentiment is against manned aircraft, there is an argument favoring them.
Trump Must Play Wargames
Nuclear disarmament will remain beyond reach for at least a generation, as all of the US, Russia, China, North Korea, India and Pakistan are ramping up their production of warheads.
Putin Reacts to Long-Range Missiles in Ukraine
Whichever line of reasoning prevails, it’s safe to say that Trump and his national security team will have their work cut out on day one.
The Gun Industry’s Sharing of Customer Data
At least 10 gun industry businesses, including Glock, Smith & Wesson and Remington, handed over hundreds of thousands of names, addresses and other private data – without customer knowledge or consent. As a group, gun owners are fiercely protective about their personal information.
The Use of the Military
Perhaps the Australian Defence Force might have a role occasionally in providing relief during emergencies, but it should have absolutely no role in law enforcement, even indirectly.
The US Should Undercut the Three-Legged Stool
A comprehensive US strategy to counter the growing Iran-Russia-China axis must begin with steadfast support for Israel.
Face of the Day
Sir Robert Gillies, known universally as Bom (Koro Bombom to his mokopuna) passed away on Thursday, November 7, in Rotorua. He was 99.
This Would Spell Trouble for the Military
Considering the unprecedented threats to global security posed by Russia, China, and North Korea, this is no time to endanger national security with a misplaced S-band sale.
45 Years of Tehran-Tied Terrorism
The Iranian revolution, which started in 1979, has been disastrous for the region, for the world, and particularly a significant threat to the United States.