Defense and Military Forces

Israel-Iran Tensions: A Fragile Pause in an Unending Rivalry Recent developments in the Israel-Iran conflict reveal a complex interplay of tactical pauses and enduring hostility, as both nations navigate a …

The Insider Trading Crisis in Prediction Markets: How Polymarket Became a Casino for Classified Secrets Introduction Prediction markets—once a niche tool for forecasting—have exploded into a $25 billion monthly trading …

President Trump Settles $10 Billion IRS Lawsuit, Establishes “Anti-Weaponization Fund” In a significant legal resolution for the Trump administration, President Donald Trump and the U.S. Department of Justice have reached …

Global Geopolitical Agenda: Navigating the Friction of 2026 The current international landscape is defined by a precarious balance of power and a series of overlapping crises. As global leaders convene …

Russia’s Gamble in Post-Assad Syria: A Balancing Act Less than two months after rebels toppled Bashar al-Assad, Russia finds itself facing a new reality in Syria. Diplomats descended upon Damascus …