World Politics
The Six Sides to Every War
The only two dealing realistically with this war are Trump and Netanyahu. It is to be hoped that they can get the job done and, as far as possible, eliminate the evil head of terrorism, something that threatens the entire world.
Hegseth’s Drone Strategy and What’s Next
The lag in drone development and integration left US forces critically vulnerable in a domain we once pioneered but failed to fully embrace. However, hope is not lost.
Countries Officially Recognise a State of Palestine
Many countries have since condemned the war and a number have chosen to acknowledge Palestinian statehood.
Why New Zealand Must Not Reward Hamas With Statehood
New Zealand should withhold recognition until Palestinians themselves demonstrate readiness for peaceful statehood. Anything else would be a betrayal. The obstacle to peace has never been Israel’s refusal to allow a Palestinian state. It has been Palestinian leaders’ refusal to accept a Jewish one.
Wars Are Not the Answer
These types must not be allowed to succeed and Europe must ensure, along with America, that they don’t. A global conflict could well ensue, but, as in earlier wars, it is a price we pay to root out evil.
How They Programmed Young People to Hate
This is not collateral damage. It is the design. A fractured society is a pliable society. The more its members despise one another, the easier it is for elites to consolidate power under the guise of adjudicating conflicting rights-claims.
The Lessons to Be Learnt
Let this tragedy not be in vain. Let it be the impetus for a better way forward.
How to Play Proper Politics
If you are not willing to do what is necessary to destroy your enemies, then, for your own safety, you should step away from politics.
This Is Not Collective Punishment
Why Israel’s actions in Gaza do not fit the charge.
There Is a Universal Law of Opposites
That moment broke something in New Zealand. It divided us, left us unhappy, unhealthy, and it broke the country financially. Exactly what you expect when leaders embrace dictatorial methods. Division is toxic and must be resisted. We must not allow evil forces to divide us