Geopolitics
World events, energy markets, sovereign debt, and the macro forces that make preparedness rational in the first place. Analysis from people who explain why things are tightening — not marketers selling fear.
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Final Battle: Donbass and Zaporizhzhia Lines Crack
Military analysis of Russian advances in Ukraine, defensive line collapse, and implications for regional stability and supply chains.
Col Doug Macgregor: Ukraine's Last, Best Chance: Expand the War
Military analyst Col. Macgregor examines strategic options for Ukraine and assesses escalation risks in the ongoing conflict.
Iran's Tougher & More Defiant Than Ever
Analysis of Iran's geopolitical posture, military capabilities, and regional strategy with military expert commentary.
The Fuel War on Russia - 40 Days Later
Analysis of fuel supply disruptions in Russia following 40 days of conflict, examining energy infrastructure impact and market effects.
Saudi Airstrikes and Iran's Control of Hormuz: Regional Escalation and US Preparedness
Analysis of Middle East escalation, energy supply disruption risk, and practical preparation steps for potential crisis spread.
All Nations Prepare for Control: Global Surveillance and Dependency Systems
Analyze how governments and corporations are engineering dependency through control of essential resources, surveillance, and restriction mechanisms.
Neutral Mediator No More: Zelensky in DC, New Ceasefire Trap
Analysis of ceasefire proposals, US-Ukraine backing, and Russian positioning in the Ukraine conflict.
Data Centers, Digital Twins and Global Lockdown
Tech expert analysis of data center infrastructure, digital systems, and potential disruption scenarios affecting global connectivity.
Iran Learning Faster in This War
Analysis of Iran's military adaptation and strategic learning curve in the current Middle East conflict.
U.S. Losing the 'Battle of Ammunition' to Iran
Analysis of U.S. ammunition supply chain vulnerabilities and the geopolitical implications of Iranian military production capacity.
Russian Destroyer Enters European Waters: Navy Escalation and Port Attacks
Overview of recent Russian naval movements through European waters and intensified attacks on strategic ports and infrastructure.
Scott Ritter: US Frustration in Iran & Now Ukraine's Involved
Analysis of US policy tensions with Iran and implications of Ukraine's involvement in regional conflict dynamics.
US Miscalculating on Iran Hasn't Stopped
Analysis of ongoing US-Iran miscalculations and their geopolitical consequences with military and foreign policy expertise.
Scott Ritter: Russia Will Mobilize 500,000 Troops
Analysis of Russian military mobilization strategy and force projection capabilities in the ongoing conflict.
US-Iran War Dilemma: No Weapons and No Victory
Analysis of US military constraints in potential Iran conflict, weapons shortages, and diplomatic scenarios with regional implications.
US Halts Iran Strikes: What's Behind the Pause
Analysis of US military posture toward Iran and the strategic factors driving current diplomatic restraint.
Threat Assessment: Potential Domestic Security Risk During International Escalation
Analysis of reported proxy activity, arrests, and military operations amid potential U.S. escalation scenarios.
How powerful is North Korea's military really?
Overview of North Korea's 1.2M-strong military, submarine fleet, and nuclear capabilities within Korean peninsula security dynamics.
Middle East Escalation: Geopolitical Risk Assessment and Citizen Response
Analysis of recent Middle East developments and concerns about potential regional conflict expansion.
Trump All-Out War Against Iran Guarantees Defeat of America
Military analysis of escalation risks and strategic consequences of a potential US-Iran conflict.
US Faces Strategic Defeat & National Humiliation in Iran War
Analysis of potential US military and strategic losses in an Iran conflict and implications for American geopolitical standing.
Col Doug Macgregor: Iran War - The Worst Reality in the History of Mankind
Military analysis of potential Iran conflict escalation, strategic implications, and worst-case geopolitical scenarios.
The Final Takeover Has Begun: Trump on Data Centers and Infrastructure Control
Examines Trump's statements on rapid US data center construction and questions of control over energy, water, food, land, and communications.
Europe's Self Inflicted Energy Nightmare Deepens
Analysis of European energy crisis: reserve depletion, fuel shortages, sanctions blowback, and deindustrialization across the continent.
Editor's note
“Added 2026-05-29: the link between world events and household preparedness is too direct to bury inside Money or Education. Watch this category to see why the rest of the categories matter.”
— Cockroach editorial
Europe Burns Because of Climate Change
Analysis of European wildfires, climate patterns, and preparedness implications for regions facing increased fire risk.
Is the North Korean artillery threat exaggerated? Get the reality check.
Examines North Korean conventional artillery capabilities against Seoul, separating data-driven assessment from alarmist narratives.
Saudi Aramco Hit, Ukraine Strikes Iran, Israel Bunker Preparations
Analysis of escalating Middle East tensions, Iranian response, and implications for energy markets and regional conflict.
Could Seoul survive a North Korean artillery strike? The data reveals the sobering reality.
RAND modeling of Seoul's vulnerability to sustained artillery attack and casualty projections under varied scenarios.
Is Seoul the most dangerous city on Earth? Here's why you need to pay attention.
Examine Seoul's geopolitical risks and urban infrastructure vulnerabilities as a case study in navigating high-risk metropolitan zones.
Is Seoul actually safe? A practical guide to staying prepared in the city
Learn how to navigate Seoul's emergency systems, from air raid sirens to evacuation shelters, as a resident or visitor.
Wartime Russia - Random Day in a Small Village
Firsthand observation of daily life in a Russian village during active conflict, with focus on civilian adaptation and local conditions.
Iran War Fallout: Silent Aftershocks Coming
Analysis of potential cascading effects and preparedness considerations following Iran conflict escalation.
Alastair Crooke: NATO Will Collapse as Ukraine's Defeated
Analysis of NATO's strategic vulnerabilities and potential collapse scenarios in the context of the Ukraine conflict.
America Under Attack: What the First 36 Hours After Drone Strikes Looks Like
Scenario modeling of coordinated infrastructure attacks on power, fuel, communications, and rail systems across US cities.
Black Sea Now Russian Lake, West's Grain Gamble Backfired
Analysis of Black Sea port closures, their impact on grain exports and European food security, and consequences of Western strategy in Ukraine.
London Explosion: Infrastructure Risk and Family Preparedness
Analyze emerging infrastructure vulnerabilities and practical steps to strengthen food storage, home security, and emergency readiness.
Long War, Iran's Advantage
Analysis of prolonged conflict dynamics in the Middle East and Iran's strategic positioning in extended warfare scenarios.
US Tries To Take Hormuz Or Trump Takes Pickaxe Mountain Off Ramp
Analysis of potential US-Iran conflict scenarios, Strait of Hormuz leverage, and geopolitical off-ramps in the coming months.
Pointless Violence & Fake Diplomacy: US Strategy in Iran
Analysis of US-Iran relations, diplomatic failures, and military strategy from a former military intelligence officer and career diplomat.
The Tanker War Has Begun: Two Chokepoints Shut Down, Europe Warned
Analysis of Middle East conflict expanding into critical shipping routes and potential cascading effects on energy, infrastructure, and supply chains.
Conflicting Claims on Ukraine Weapons
Military analysts examine divergent narratives surrounding weapons deliveries and battlefield assessments in Ukraine.
US Contradictions on Iran Exposed
Analysis of US foreign policy inconsistencies toward Iran and their geopolitical implications for global stability.
If the Iran War Spreads, This Is What Happens Next
Analysis of cascading effects if regional Iran conflict widens, with focus on grid vulnerability and home power resilience.
Radiation Detected in Russian Debris; 115,000 Troops Reposition Toward Europe
Analysis of radiation readings in Russian weapons and NATO repositioning signals escalating nuclear and conventional risks in Eastern Europe.
Oil Hits $100: Russia/USA Talks Collapse, Two Straits Closed, Houthis Stock 6 Months Food
Analysis of geopolitical disruptions to global oil markets, shipping routes, and food security amid escalating regional tensions.
Russia in the Crosshairs of All the West
Mearsheimer analyzes NATO expansion, Western strategy toward Russia, and the geopolitical risks driving current tensions.
Why Iran's Not Striking Israel
Analysis of Iranian strategic calculus and reasons behind restraint in recent Middle East escalation.
Legalized Bribery in U.S. Congress Destroying America
Examination of campaign finance and lobbying influence on congressional decision-making and U.S. policy outcomes.