Asia

To End the Ukraine War, Trump Should Think Like Ike

If Trump can channel Eisenhower on Ukraine, he will be able to claim that he has achieved the peace “deal of the century.”

WASHINGTON - February 7 2025: President Donald Trump holds a joint press conference with the Prime Minister of Japan Ishiba Shigeru in the East Room of the White House.

The “Squad” Looks to Expand Membership

The informal “Squad” strategic alliance includes the United States, Australia, Japan, and the Philippines. It's like the QUAD but emphasizes “S” for security.

TACOMA, WA - JULY 21: Northrop Grumman B-2A Spirit (Spirit of Ohio) flyby demonstration during Air Expo at McChord Field Joint Base Lewis-McChord on July 21, 2012 in Tacoma, WA.

B-2 Bombers Land at Diego Garcia

The arrival of three C-17s and eleven KC-135s to the Island of Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean is raising eyebrows as a possible attack pointed towards the Houthis.

August 30,2015: Su-34 at high angle of attack.

China’s Mystery Sixth-Gen Fighter Spotted During Second Test Flight

Last December, images circulated online of China's “sixth-generation” stealth fighter, reportedly making its maiden flight on December 26 to commemorate the birthday of Mao Zedong, founder of the People's Republic...

Russia Wants to Sell North Korea MiG-29s. Should the West Be Worried?

The MiG-29’s impressive design features have not always translated to aerial victories.

New Surge in United States-Korea Relations

The Multilayered Multipolarity of Energy: A New Surge in United States-Korea Relations?

In short, today’s global energy order is not just multipolar—it is multilayered multipolarity—but this might mean a new surge in United States-Korea relations. It has been just over two months...

China’s Sixth-Generation Warplane Psych-Out

Sixth-generation planes are only a marginal enhancement over fifth-generation ones—and China has yet to fully build out their fifth generation. Why would Beijing still be investing in those systems if...

USS Wahoo at sea

Operation Barney: How WWII U.S. Navy Submarines Took Vengence on Japan

Operation Barney was conceptualized by Vice Admiral Lockwood to avenge the loss of Wahoo and her intrepid crew.

United States Energy Dominance

How the United States Can Outcompete China in Energy Dominance and Environmental Progress

The United States can assert its energy dominance over China by expanding energy development, supporting the innovation pipeline, and improving the grid. In a recent meeting with top oil executives,...

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te delivers a speech at the Presidential Palace during the Taiwan National Day (Double Ten) celebration at the Presidential Palace in Taipei on October 10, 2024.

Taiwan Should Watch Out for These New Chinese Ships

China tested three amphibious barges with a long ramp-like structure capable of transporting heavy military equipment across treacherous landing sites. This asset would prove critical in a Taiwan invasion scenario. 

A Mogami-class frigate at sea.

Japan Wants to Sell Its Mogami-class Frigate to Australia

The first frigate is slated for delivery to the RAN in 2029; it will enter service the following year.

When the A-1 Skyraider Shot Down Two MiG-17 Jets Over Vietnam

The MiG pilots had completely misjudged the Skyraiders, possibly assuming their speed advantage would ensure early victory—only to be outfought in close combat, where the A-1H Skyraider excelled.