On “Realism” and Trump’s Attacks on Iran
An IR theory that is often misapplied in my view (especially by certain kinds of practitioners).
Trump Preparing For War With Iran
You’re going to be finding out over the next, maybe, 10 days. 10 to 15 days, pretty much, maximum.
The 2026 National Defense Strategy
The long-awaited document is less disruptive than it appears on the surface.
Greenland is a Red Line
An actual move to acquire Greenland by force or coercion would be a massive line for the Trump administration to cross.
Trump and Zelensky to Discuss Peace Plan
Ukraine’s president is trying to negotiate a deal that Russia will surely reject.
Hiroshima Bombing’s 80th Anniversary
The last survivors want us to remember the horrors of nuclear war.
US Attack Likely Set Iran Nuke Program Back Mere Months
The preliminary DIA assessment has been leaked.
Hegseth Orders Big Cuts to General and Flag Officer Ranks
Whether it’s a good policy will depend almost entirely on execution.
Trump: “The European Union was formed in order to screw the United States.”
Insights into Trump’s worldview.
German Election Dominated by Parties of the Right
But a centrist grand coalition will likely govern.
Trump: January 6 Committee Should Be in Jail, January 6 Rioters Should Be Freed
It’s going to be a long four years.
