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.
All curated
There's No Isolating Iran Now
Analysis of Iran's geopolitical position and why economic isolation strategies are no longer viable.
Trump Wants Russian Oil. Washington Wants War
Mearsheimer analyzes competing US geopolitical interests in energy access and military posture toward Russia.
Iran at Code 100 Readiness: Geopolitical Escalation Analysis
Analysis of Iranian military readiness levels and regional escalation indicators amid Middle East tensions.
Israel's Position on a Palestinian State Dooms Israel to Strategic Defeat
Analysis of Israel's geopolitical strategy and long-term security implications of Palestinian statehood negotiations.
Europe Is Like a War Zone
Assessment of current European conditions and their implications for preparedness and relocation planning.
Zelensky's Next Offer May Be Take It or Leave It
Analysis of potential Ukrainian negotiating positions and settlement scenarios in the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Ukraine is Trump's Bargaining Chip
Analyze how Ukraine factors into US strategic interests and potential diplomatic negotiations under changing leadership.
Graham 500% Sanctions Collapse; Zelensky Wants €155B
Analyze Trump's waiver of proposed Russian oil sanctions, EU funding mechanisms for Ukraine aid, and geopolitical implications of frozen asset strategies.
Worldwide War Preparations Underway: Russia, Europe, Canada, Hormuz Analysis
Geopolitical assessment of escalating tensions across multiple conflict zones and their implications for preparedness.
Europe is Burning
Analysis of escalating crises across Europe and their implications for preppers and survival planning.
Diesel Now Cheaper in Russia Than The US | Record Bear Attacks in Russia
Energy price comparison between Russia and the US, plus analysis of increasing wildlife threats in Russian regions.
Dobropillia Falls; Kramatorsk Cauldron Looms; Ukraine Out of Air Defense
Analysis of Russian battlefield gains in Donbass, Ukrainian air defense depletion, and Western production constraints in the conflict.
Everyone Will Watch Them Sink
Col. Doug Macgregor analyzes geopolitical and military dynamics affecting US strategic positioning and global conflict risk.
How Are They Letting This Happen?
Commentary on current global conditions and emerging threats from a prepper perspective.
We're Walking Away From Israel & Ukraine Gets Cut Loose
Analysis of shifting US geopolitical commitments and their implications for Middle Eastern and European security dynamics.
The West Destroys Itself and Perversely Elevates Russia
Analysis of geopolitical dynamics and Western strategic missteps that have strengthened Russia's position.
The Fights Start: Pumps Are Empty
Early warning signs of fuel supply disruption and the cascade effects on critical infrastructure and civilian access.
Europe is Done! This is What You Need to Do
Survival priorities and practical steps for navigating European economic and geopolitical instability.
Russia Hypersonic Dominance: Zelensky Blames Trump for Defeat
Analysis of Russian hypersonic missile capabilities, US intelligence constraints, and escalation risks in the Ukraine conflict.
Trump Nuclear Escalation Scenario, Israel Bunker Preparations, and UKMTO Shipping Alert
Analysis of potential Iran-US nuclear escalation, Israeli civil defense posture, and maritime security threats in the Middle East.
Ukraine Wants $80 Billion for 2027. Will Europe Cough It Up?
Analysis of Ukraine's funding requests and Europe's capacity to sustain military aid through 2027.
MOAB Won't End This War
Military analysis of escalation dynamics and weapons deployment in the Ukraine conflict and broader geopolitical implications.
Trump's MOAB Gambit: Ending the War or Restarting It?
Analysis of potential military escalation under Trump administration and its geopolitical consequences.
Kaliningrad Blockade Plan Returns; Baltics Ignore Russia's Warning
Analysis of NATO blockade risks to Kaliningrad, Baltic escalation tactics, and US strategic exposure in Eastern Europe.
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 Wants Russia's Blood. Trump Wants Out
Analysis of escalating European pressure on Russia, US military commitments in Europe, and Trump administration policy shifts toward NATO and Ukraine.
Ex CIA Officer Larry Johnson Confronts the UN Security Council on Ukraine
Analysis of Ukraine conflict dynamics and international diplomacy from former intelligence official perspective.
The Intentional Dismantling of Global Energy
Examine how global energy systems are being deliberately degraded and the implications for grid stability and personal preparedness.
Ukraine Betrayed - No Intel, No Starlink. Now What?
Analysis of Ukraine's military and intelligence challenges following shifts in Western support and satellite communications access.
What About No Fuel? Bali Is Shut Down
Case study of supply-chain disruption and fuel scarcity in Bali; explores real-world implications of energy shortages on regional economies.
MBS Runs Out of Options; Burnham Blames Iran
Analysis of Saudi Arabia's military constraints in Yemen, regional alliance failures, and US intervention pressure amid Houthi escalation.
Iran Evacuating Military Bases, Massive US Airlift Underway, Ukraine in Total Blackout
Analysis of Iranian military base evacuations, US military movements, and Ukraine's power infrastructure collapse.
I Will Act Immediately. They Are Spreading.
Assess emerging threats and prioritize immediate preparedness actions based on observed global developments.
No More Red Lines - Israel's Plan for Iran
Analysis of Israeli military and political strategy toward Iran and implications for regional escalation and energy markets.
MacGregor Tears Into NATO's War Plan
Analysis of NATO military strategy and strategic vulnerabilities from a defense policy perspective.
Zelensky-Trump Dispute Over US Intel Sharing; Kiev Power Grid Hit
Analysis of Russia's air campaign against Ukrainian infrastructure, US intelligence policy shifts, and escalating hybrid warfare between Russia and the West.
Trump Announces Iran War 2.0 Imminent; Infrastructure Attacks on Russia, Ukraine, and Middle East
Analysis of escalating geopolitical tensions, infrastructure damage across conflict zones, and fuel shortage risks in Asia.
Why is France Burning?
Analysis of civil unrest and social breakdown risks in France and their broader implications for Western stability.
A NATO Army in Yemen - What Could Go Wrong?
Analysis of potential geopolitical and military consequences if NATO forces were deployed to Yemen.
Does Trump Join a War the Saudis Can't Finish? Col Doug Macgregor
Analysis of potential US military involvement in Middle East conflicts and implications for American foreign policy and security posture.
All NATO Does is Drag Out the Russia Ukraine War
Analysis of NATO's strategic role in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and its implications for war duration.
Israel & Lockheed Martin Joining Forces in Washington
Analysis of deepening military and political ties between Israel and US defense contractors, featuring Col. Lawrence Wilkerson.
Burnham Blames Russia: Reverse Brexit, No Referendum?
Analysis of UK political strategy to rejoin the EU and how Brexit reversal might affect Labour's electoral coalition and regional voting patterns.
Oil Tankers Hit, Russia Ceasefire Claims, Cyberattack on Food Supply
Analysis of reported tanker strikes, geopolitical developments, and potential cyber threats to food infrastructure.
Saudi Arabia Can't Stop the Houthis. Guess Who Wants In?
Analysis of Houthi escalation in the Red Sea, Saudi military limitations, and geopolitical actors positioning for regional advantage.
Russophobia Now Runs Western Europe
Col. Wilkerson analyzes anti-Russian sentiment across Western Europe and its geopolitical implications.
Riyadh's Airport Hit Again as Trump's Ceasefire Runs Into Russian Fire
Analysis of escalating Middle East tensions, airport strikes, and geopolitical fractures in ceasefire negotiations.
Trump's Wars Emptying Americans' Wallets. Voters Aren't Fooled
Analysis of how military spending and geopolitical conflicts affect US household finances and inflation.
Russia-Ukraine Energy Ceasefire? Europe/Neocons Turn on Trump
Analysis of Trump's claimed Russia-Ukraine energy ceasefire, US-Russia diesel negotiations, and European geopolitical positioning ahead of midterms.