The Philippines Kowtows to Beijing in South China Sea
As the pillars of the U.S.-led global order continue to weaken, Asian states will increasingly succumb to Chinese intimidation.
The Secret Motivation Behind North Korea’s Missile Tests
China and Russia are pulling levers from behind the scenes to accomplish a cherished goal.
Hong Kong—the End of Freedom Begins
China’s tightening grip should concern ‘anyone in any country.’
Russia’s ‘Creeping Occupation’ of Georgia Claims Another Village
Putin’s quest to reconstruct the Soviet Empire continues, sometimes just a few acres at a time.
Russia, Asian Partners to Hold Mass Military Drills
Russia’s ability to rally this ‘curious set of bedfellows’ together is a testimony to the power of Putin’s leadership and influence.
False Alarms Reveal a Nation on Edge
‘I will even appoint over you terror …. [A]nd ye shall flee when none pursueth you.’
Has Cambodia Just Become a De Facto Colony of China?
A new agreement for access to a Cambodian naval base represents a massive victory for China and a significant loss for the United States.
‘It Was Impossible’
Fifty years ago this summer, the world looked to the heavens and wondered, ‘What is man?’
China’s Plans for Global Empire Take a Great Leap Forward in Cambodia
The Communist Party of China is using its mix of rapid aggression and official denials to change the facts on the ground.
China Bullying Malaysia and Vietnam in the South China Sea
More evidence that China is ‘steering the world toward war.’
Vladimir Putin Has Crimea ‘Bristling With Missiles Like a Hedgehog’
Europe is ‘under increasing pressure’ to demonstrate that it can ‘push back’ against Russia.
China Admits Belt and Road Includes Global Military Ambitions
The Chinese have officially denied that the world’s largest infrastructure also has military uses, until now.
Study: Holding Grudges Poisons Us
‘Resentment is like swallowing poison and waiting for the other person to die.’
Russians in the Caribbean
Russian forces are about 8,000 miles from home—and within 90 miles of Florida.
The Battle for the Arctic
‘Russia’s icebreakers make it king of the Arctic, and America is just a pauper.’
Blocking the U.S. Out of World Trade
The global economy is being reoriented—away from the United States.
Why Would Iran Start a War It Can’t Win? To Accomplish a ‘Divine Mission’
Iranian leaders have their backs against the wall, and they believe a glorious caliphate is only a world war away.
Russia’s Crimea Now ‘Bristling With Missiles Like a Hedgehog’
‘Europe’s dreadful fear of Vladimir Putin—its next-door neighbor—is going to help shape and form the Holy Roman Empire rather suddenly.’
Hong Kong Shows Dangers of ‘Letting China In’
‘From the bottom of my heart, I would warn anyone, in any country, beware of the Chinese government.’
China’s Massive Submarine Fleet Will Help It Dominate the South China Sea
Beijing’s grip on ‘the world’s most valuable commercial artery’ is tightening.
Russia’s ‘Unstoppable’ Hypersonic Missiles
Rhetoric surrounding Russia’s growing military might often emphasizes Moscow’s drive to challenge America, but the more important region to watch for a response is Europe.
How Has China Changed Since the Tiananmen Square Massacre?
The Chinese Communist Party, which mercilessly slaughtered its own citizens 30 years ago today, is now supported by a strong majority of China’s 1.4 billion people.
Largest Election in History Means India Will Turn Further Toward Russia
Prime Minister Modi’s mandate is strengthened, including his policy toward Russia.
