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The Iran War Approaches a Tipping Point
The Iran war is approaching a painful tipping point this week. Global energy flows remain in a chokehold, and economic conditions are worsening worldwide. This
Underwater Drones and the Future of Naval Warfare
Drones have been all the rage in the Ukraine War, and they will continue to be one of the primary topics of warfare in the
America’s Leg Up on Petrochemicals
The Iran War has caused a massive disruption in global petrochemical production. Since most of the world relies on oil-derived naptha, the ~12 million barrels/day
The Return of Kremlin Terrorism
During the Cold War, Soviet intelligence agencies actively sponsored or even created terror cells throughout Europe. A recent mass shooting event in Ukraine suggest a
Italy Gives Trump the Cold Shoulder
Trump’s chaotic and isolated approach to the Iran War has caused rifts between the U.S. and many of its closest European allies. Topping that list
Iran War Winners and Losers: North American Energy
As Persian Gulf and Russian exports collapse, global prices will rise, which should benefit the U.S. and Canada. However, if exports are halted to keep
Guam and the Practical Impact of Climate Change
I normally do not attempt to link climate change to local events, but current storms in the central Pacific demand we take a fresh look.
A New Era in Hungary: Orbán Gets the Boot
A new era is beginning in Hungary. A blowout in the latest election has removed Viktor Orbán from power and ushered in a new government
Bring On the Jet Fuel Shortages
Even if the Iran ceasefire holds, the world already has a months-long jet fuel shortage baked in. So, start saving for those summer vacation flights.
MAGA – Breaking Up Is Hard
When Marjorie Taylor Greene, Tucker Carlson, and Alex Jones all turn on Trump on the same day…it’s worth looking into. These figures have all suckled
China Tries to Build Sand Bases, Again
China is out building sand castles again in the South China Sea, and I bet you can guess how it’s going to end. They’re trying
The Blockade of Iran Begins
The blockade of Iran has officially begun. The first day was a bit slow, but this remains a monumental move by the U.S. The most
The Energy Crisis: Downstream Impacts
The global energy crisis has moved from theoretical to very real. As the last shipments sent before the war begin to arrive, we are now
Trump Goes on a Firing Spree
Just because Trump is finally purging some of his administration doesn’t mean that the problems are going away. The core issue still exists: Trump prioritizes
Winners and Losers of the Iran War: Ukraine and Russia
The Iran war has slashed oil exports from the Persian Gulf, creating a global supply shortage that’s just starting to hit markets. As prices are
The End of the WTO
A cornerstone of modern globalization, the World Trade Organization (WTO), is collapsing. Following the Cold War, the post-WWII system needed a legal system to enforce
