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.
Defence
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.
NZ Navy Puts on a New Attraction for King
‘If you put on your mask and snorkel, your Highness, you can see the NZ navy.’
The Last of the Few
This level of firsthand detail brought a personal touch to the incredible story of the Battle of Britain.
PM Needs to Take a Breath on UN
To call in the Israeli ambassador is a breathtakingly ill-advised move. To fund the UN, as it now presents itself, is equally so.
You Really Want to Tell Me She Was the Best Choice?
Anti-misogynist and journalist Ryan Bridge comes to the defence of the former commander of the Manawanui, Yvonne Gray.
The Day the World Changed
Inexplicably, in the weeks and months that followed, the world turned on Israel and the Jewish people.
This Is a Full Blown Scandal
The Samoa Observer reports Kiwis have not yet done a thing to help them clean up and save their ocean.
Is the NZ Navy Fit for Purpose?
The top brass of the navy seems obsessed with political correctness. That is not their function and it can only undermine the public’s confidence. Identity politics are toxic wherever they rear their ugly heads and it is time that the navy ceased.
The Greatest Human Failings
Overy concluded that if warfare has a very long human history, it also has a future. If that’s true, then if the wasted application of so much human resources into warfare technology continues then humanity may itself prove to have no future.