Defence
One Wrong Decision and We Are Dust
Some states have been able to amass enormous destructive force that, if tripped, deliberately or otherwise, could bring all life on earth to an end.
New Choppers, Fewer Numbers, and a Sinking Feeling: NZ’s Defence Spending Conundrum
This helicopter deal is a step but it’s a wobbly one. Five to replace eight feels like a downgrade dressed up as an upgrade. The lack of drone investment is a missed opportunity. And the price tag, driven by ‘interoperability’, smells like we’re paying a premium to keep Uncle Sam smiling.
Defence of the Day
“New Zealand is not immune from the increasing tensions being felt throughout the world,” Collins said. “Today’s announcement sets us on our path for defence spending to reach 2 percent of GDP by 2032/33.”
What Netanyahu Says About Working With Biden and Trump
“We appreciate the help that we’re getting from the United States” – Netanyahu
Can’t Even Make the Things to Make Things
Moving our manufacturing capacity overseas does much worse than leave us at the mercy of cheap Chinese crap.
Why War Trumps Peace
Agreements are often imposed by external actors against the will of one or both local warring parties. As soon as circumstances change, war resumes.
Why Is Israel Held to a Different Standard?
We must affirm Israel’s right to defend its citizens with the same moral clarity we afford every other nation. To do otherwise is not just inconsistent – it’s unjust.
We’re Wide Open like Never Before
Maybe we should just surrender to Beijing and have done with it.
Lest we forget?
Aside from Anzac Day, NZ has been slow to remember its military veterans.
America’s Last Stand: China’s Smart Battery Dominance
This IPO represents a strategic catastrophe. It enables China’s geopolitical ascent, legitimizes corporate espionage, and compromises America’s technological edge.
Hegseth’s Memo, What to Do Next
The signal flare has gone up, the opportunity to deliver capabilities faster, cheaper, and more effectively is not only possible – it is imperative.
Why Would Anyone Fight for Britain?
The pervasiveness of anti-white discrimination is clear and, dare I say it, becoming institutionalised, leading to a visceral sense of betrayal among white British men – particularly working-class white British men – who are the backbone of our Armed Forces.
Restoring US Industrial Might to Counter China
The key to countering China requires restoring American industrial might.
What These New Landing Barges Suggest About China’s Plans
I can only hope that these prototypes will remain just that and this will join the list of other forgotten moments in world history.