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.
Defence
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.
Detangling the Air Battle Over Iran
With hundreds of missions, how is all kept straight?
This Is Inarguable: The Golden Dome
The secrecy is rational – the cost is manageable – and the imperative is inarguable.
Russia Is No Superpower? Then What Does That Make Europe?
Russia is not merely de-militarizing Ukraine. Russia is de-militarizing NATO itself. These are not Ukrainian losses. These are NATO losses. And NATO is losing in humiliating fashion.
Marco Rubio’s Love Letter to Europe – Why It Matters for Us
Diametrically opposed? US Secretary of State Rubio talks peace at Munich Security conference while Judith Collins doubles down on NZ's support for the Ukraine war.
The Critical Importance of Space
Recent years have seen the establishment in the US and other countries of government agencies aspiring to regulate the commercial space industry and space transportation.