The British Empire and the Strategic Control of Resources British strategic thinking, influenced by Sir Halford John Mackinder, placed territorial conquest and strategic resources at the heart of the Empire’s foreign policy. As a leading maritime power, the United Kingdom relied on the Royal … [Read more...]
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China’s Wagner? Beijing Establishes Private Security Company in Myanmar
Antonio Graceffo China is collaborating with the Myanmar military junta to establish a joint security company to protect Chinese investments and personnel in Myanmar. On October 22, 2024, the junta formed a working committee to draft a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for the initiative, … [Read more...]
MS DAILY BRIEF – DECEMBER 7 th, 2024 Daily appearance Monday-Saturday 10 AM (GMT +2)
Some information is presented when possible from several sources Coupons News from Ukraine | Madness! Assad regime collapses in Syria | Attacks from all sides. 1 Trump to attend Notre Dame reopening as Macron weathers political storm-Fri 6 Dec 2024 13.08 CET 1 Disclosures: the affairs of … [Read more...]
Lebanon ceasefire deal: displaced communities start to return home
"Immediately after the ceasefire came into force at 4am, residents of south Lebanon, the southern suburbs of Beirut and the Bekaa (valley) began their return after months of forced displacement,” said the UN refugee agency, UNHCR. “Heavy traffic [was] observed on the highway from Beirut to the south … [Read more...]
MS DAILY BRIEF – November 28 th, 2024 Daily appearance Monday-Saturday 10 AM (GMT +2)
Some information is presented when possible from several sources Cuprins BREAKING: Iran takes steps to rebuild Hezbollah amid ceasefire; Hamas nears total defeat | TBN Israel 1 Iran says it could end nuclear weapons ban if sanctions are re-imposed-The Guardian,Thu 28 Nov 2024 06.00 CET.. … [Read more...]
ROMANIA – ISRAEL The “Europe Summit 2024”
Dr. Sorin DOBIRCIANU An exceptional event dedicated to Smart Infrastructure and Smart City solutions. Organized by the prestigious Israeli entity GIV Solutions in partnership with HxGN EAM by Hexagon, the Romanian Association for Smart City (ARSC), and under the patronage of the … [Read more...]
MS DAILY BRIEF – November 25 th, 2024 Daily appearance Monday-Saturday 10 AM (GMT +2)
Some information is presented when possible from several sources Coupons BREAKING: IDF air raids SHOCK Beirut; 250 Hezbollah rockets RAIN DOWN on Israel | TBN Israel 1 DHL plane crash in Lithuania could be the result of sabotage, says German minister-Thge Guardian,Mon 25 Nov 2024 17.43 CET.. … [Read more...]
Europe Has Run Out of Time
With Trump’s Return, the Continent Must Take Charge of Its Own Security—and Quickly By Norbert Röttgen For decades, the transatlantic alliance has been the bedrock of European security. But today, Europe’s partnership with the United States is at a critical juncture. With Donald Trump’s return … [Read more...]
Evolving Drone Capabilities of Pro-Iranian Factions in Iraq: Implications for Israeli Security and Regional Dynamics
Mustafa H. Escalation of Threats from Iraq: Tel Aviv’s Patience Running Thin While Israel remains focused on Gaza and its northern front, factions in Iraq have been gradually enhancing their drone capabilities. This development aims to improve their reach, causing greater damage and precision … [Read more...]
Half of Ukrainians Want Quick, Negotiated End to War
Benedict Vigers This article is the first in a series based on Gallup’s latest surveys in Ukraine. In 2023 and 2024, some occupied territories with entrenched Russian control were excluded because of lack of coverage by Ukrainian mobile operators. The exclusion represents approximately 10% to 12% … [Read more...]