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Isolationism and the Strategic Dilemma
Strategic and selective engagement, where the US chooses battles that protect its sovereignty, economic prosperity, and geographic security without being entangled in endless ideological wars.
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US Seizes An Iranian-Flagged Cargo Ship
The United States has seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship. Iran has already condemned the theft as “armed maritime piracy,” and sent a warning of retaliation.
The Shooter’s Manifesto: Christian Nationalism Still On The Rise?
There was definitely a Christian Nationalist angle being played out with regard to the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooter’s manifesto. United States ruler, and Christian Nationalist, Donald Trump described the suspect as a “sick man” who “hated Christians,” while dismissing the accusations, in an interview with CBS’s ‘60 Minutes’.
Why Representative Democracy Is Obsolete
If we were to identify the most sacrosanct dogma of Western modernity—the one that no one questions—it would undoubtedly be representative democracy. We automatically assume that it is the best form of government that humanity has ever invented—a sort of “end of history” method of governance and the ultimate political achievement.
US Seizes An Iranian-Flagged Cargo Ship
The United States has seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship. Iran has already condemned the theft as “armed maritime piracy,” and sent a warning of retaliation.
The Shooter’s Manifesto: Christian Nationalism Still On The Rise?
There was definitely a Christian Nationalist angle being played out with regard to the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooter’s manifesto. United States ruler, and Christian Nationalist, Donald Trump described the suspect as a “sick man” who “hated Christians,” while dismissing the accusations, in an interview with CBS’s ‘60 Minutes’.
Trump Cites Progress In Dealing With “More Reasonable Regime”
Iran rejects ‘excessive, illogical’ US demands while Trump mentions ‘progress’ with a ‘more reasonable regime’. Trump again threatens to destroy Iran’s energy sites and Kharg Island.
Oil Prices Hit Multi-Year High Amid Persian Gulf Tensions
Oil markets closed Friday, March 27, at their highest level in more than three years, as diplomatic maneuvers by U.S. President Donald Trump failed to calm persistent fears over the security of Middle Eastern supplies.
Trump Threatens to Take Tehran’s Oil as Iran Says U.S. Proposal Is “Unrealistic”
United States President Donald Trump told the Financial Times that he could “take the oil in Iran” and seize the export hub of Kharg Island. At the same time, Iran has said that the proposals made by the U.S. in order to facilitate a ceasefire are “unrealistic.”
Trump Extends Deadline for Action Against Iran, Citing Progress in Ongoing Discussions
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Thursday, March 26, that he was extending a deadline for potential U.S. military action against Iran, setting a new date of April 6. The move delays previously threatened strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure. [1]
The Economic Damage Caused By This War Will Stretch To The End Of The Decade
Even if the Strait of Hormuz opened tomorrow, and that is certainly not going to happen, we are being warned that the economic impact of this war will be felt all the way through the end of this decade. A lot of energy infrastructure has already been destroyed during this war, and it will take years to rebuild it.
U.S. Considers A “Raid” On Iran To Remove Enriched Uranium
United States ruler Donald Trump is considering using military force to conduct a “raid” on Iran in order to “extract” its enriched uranium. Political analysts say that this move will do little more than extend the war the U.S. started back in February.
Corruption in the System
People in high office and their friends are at the receiving end of anger and frustration due to their misbehaviors of late. The release of the Epstein files have only fueled this. The internet is ablaze with anger against the “elites.” Is this an opportunity, as some claim, to advance ideas of individual liberty? To convince people of the evils of coercive state action? With such idiots at the top, surely we can fuel mistrust for the system.
Pentagon Considers “Weeks” of Ground Operations In Iran
The Pentagon is weighing its options in the war the United States started, and on the table are “weeks” worth of ground operations against Iran. The U.S. is also busy plotting a ground attack despite publicly engaging in diplomatic efforts allegedly aimed at finding a ceasefire.
Senior Israeli Military Official Raises Concerns Over Troop Availability and Operational Capacity
Israel’s military chief of staff warned the country’s security cabinet this week that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) risk collapsing due to a critical shortage of personnel, according to multiple media reports. Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir reportedly stated that the military is “going to collapse in on itself” if urgent measures are not taken to address a deficit of approximately 12,000 troops. [1]
War EXPANDS: Houthi Rebels Attack Israel; U.S. Sends 3,500 Troops To War
The war in the Middle East, which started on February 28th after the United States and Israel used joint strikes to attack Iran, has now expanded. Yemen’s Houthi Rebels have entered the fight, attacking Israeli military sites.
Lockdown 2.0: The IEA Has Released 10 Guidelines For Fuel Shortages And “Energy Lockdowns”
Are we really going to go through this again? It appears that the Iranians are absolutely determined to keep traffic through the Strait of Hormuz paralyzed until they get what they want. In order to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, an absolutely massive military operation would be required, and perhaps we will see such an operation in the days ahead.
Pentagon May Send 10,000 More Ground Troops To Middle East, Suggests Seizing Iranian Islands
The Pentagon is looking at sending up to 10,000 additional ground troops to the Middle East to give the US President more military options, even as he weighs peace talks with Tehran, according to unnamed Department of War officials
Pentagon Prepares “Final Blow” In Case Iran Talks Fail
The Pentagon is preparing what its called a “final blow” should diplomatic talks with Iranian officials fail. The Department of War, headed by Pete Hegseth, has said it is developing a plan that will likely include a massive bombing campaign and military ground forces.
Trump Tells Iran ‘Get Serious’ About Negotiations; WH Mulls Plans For ‘Final Blow’
White House, Pentagon reviewing options for ‘final blow’ as Trump tells Iranians ‘get serious’ about talks, which they’ve rejected.
Barbarians at the Redemption Gate
When interest rates are pushed artificially low in the midst of constantly-increasing costs of living, the avenues by which average Americans save and grow their wealth are limited. Frugality—demonstrated by spending less than you earn and socking away a portion of your income in bank CDs—becomes an exercise in frustration as widespread price inflation eats away any nominal increase in wealth.
The Quick Trek To Food And Fuel Rationing?
Recent headlines have reported sudden closures of TSA (Transportation Security Administration) lanes at major airports and the strategic mobilization of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in urban centers, allegedly tied to the government shutdown. The situation in the United States is looking increasingly problematic as the country continues its quick trek toward authoritarianism.
Iran Rejects The U.S.’s Ceasefire Plan
Iran has rejected Donald Trump’s initial ceasefire agreement, saying that the war will end when they decide to end it and on their terms. The U.S. offered a ceasefire proposal on Wednesday, and Iran has already countered it.
The Immorality of Trump’s War with Iran Matters
When Trump ordered the first wave of strikes in this ongoing war with Iran last month, he did so while his administration was engaged in active negotiations with the Iranian government. That echoed the situation last June when Israel launched a bombing campaign days after Trump scheduled new talks with Iran—a move Trump later claimed was a deliberate deception to help make the Israeli strikes more effective.
Russia Launches Largest One-Day Drone Blitz Of Ukraine War
At least seven people were killed in Ukraine on Tuesday after Russia launched a truly massive drone attack that’s said to be the largest of the four-year war. Counting both drones and cruise missiles, 979 warheads poured into Ukrainian airspace as diplomatic efforts at ending the war remain stalled and the world’s attention is focused almost entirely on the US-Israeli war on Iran.
Iran Claims It Attacked A U.S. Aircraft Carrier
While Donald Trump touts a “present” he received from Iran, Iran has said it attacked a United States aircraft carrier. After vowing to attack the USS Abraham Lincoln, footage has surfaced allegedly showing Iran following through on the threat.
