A Stocktake of the Iran War to Now
Blowing things up is the easy part. Turning force into a political outcome is harder.
Defence
SAS Soldiers Resign en Masse
Outrage over recent war crime probes into Afghanistan and Syria, which have been branded ‘witch hunts’, are believed to be the main driving forces.
Iran’s Next Move Is the Bomb – If the Regime Survives
If the regime survives, which is very possible, America and Israel must ensure its nuclear dreams are stymied completely and permanently.
The US Military Is Bigger Than You Think
This beast is larger than any of us can possibly imagine, with more reach, depth and power than even it knows how to use. It stands astride the world with not a single serious competitor on the horizon.
US Senators in Taiwan Urge Lawmakers To Pass Defense Budget
A big buy of American munitions is stalled in the Taiwanese legislature.
We Need to Understand Golden Dome Before It’s Too Late
A national security initiative of this scale deserves a national conversation. Golden Dome must be explained, not whispered about. It must be understood, not assumed.
What Will It Take to End War?
We take this as the price of the relative peace and prosperity we have come to expect. And yet it somehow doesn’t keep delivering peace and prosperity. Instead, we now have endless war and the privations and hardships that war necessarily entails.
Trump Didn’t Blink
To long for a peaceful world without violence is fitting for humans, but barbarians do not crave peace like we do. They can only be defeated with overwhelming violence.
This Is Wanton Strategic Negligence
The Albanese government was warned for years and did nothing.
Thank God for Scott Morrison, After All
They screamed at him, but he was absolutely right.
The World Required Someone To Take Action
The United States did not inadvertently enter this conflict due to a polite request from Israel. It responded to a threat recognized by five decades of American presidents, which was largely postponed until now.