Who Has Consented to War?
In the past, the kings and rulers who declared war rode into it at the head of their troops. There was no question of whether or not they believed in what they were doing when their own lives were first in the firing line.
Defence
IDF Declares Hamas Defeated in Rafah
The completion of operations in Rafah seems to mark the end of Phase two of the war, with the conquering of the command and control capabilities of the Hamas battalions that operated in Gaza a year ago.
‘Willful Blindness’ Describes Disastrous Afghanistan Retreat
What happened, how it happened, and who made it happen is not a pretty story.
Strategic Failure: the Biden Administration and Ukraine
These excuses for inaction are untenable.
China vs Philippines: Hostilities Persist
Can the US actually make a difference in this conflict?
UK Halts Some Arms Sales to Israel
Despite this decision, it is hoped that bilateral Anglo-Israel relations will remain strong and not be significantly impacted.
Walzin Out a Fake War Hero
The Minnesota governor abused the uniform and deserves the scorn that comes with it.
Diplomacy, Distrust and Nuclear War
When Faulkner spoke in 1950, the risk of being blown up was miniscule compared to the height of the Cold War. Now, again, we are on the precipice.
The Comeback of the German-Made Armored Vehicles
The proven successes of German armoured vehicles in Ukraine have led some commentators in other countries to highly recommend the manufacture of German tanks for national defence needs.
Haniyeh Was Killed By an F-35
We propose a detailed explanation for a strike conducted by an F-35 stealth aircraft. The F-35 certainly has the range capability, with estimates of more than 1,200 nautical miles with a full internal ordnance load.
Luxon’s Foreign Policy Address in Sydney
Luxon was crystal clear about his ambition when it came to defence. These words will be music to Canberra’s ears, but they could put New Zealand on a collision course with China.
Israel: Leader of the Free World
Israel is now fighting our wars and winning. So, who is the leader of the Free World now?
Aukus and Undermining the Foreign Policy Debate
New Zealand needs to have public debate about its foreign policy direction. There are massive choices to be made. The problem is that this public debate is barely happening at the moment.
The Gloves Are Off
Every day the Ukrainian military is striking deeper into Russian territory.
The Day After a Nuke Goes off in Space
The US should continue pursuing arms control efforts aimed at preventing the proliferation of nuclear weapons in space. However, it must also be prepared for the possibility that these efforts fail.
The US Military Machine Is Unsustainable
If America hopes to remain a superpower, it can no longer afford to cannibalize its economy in the name of wanton imperialism.