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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Ukraine Gets Patriot Missile License
Analysis of Ukraine's authorization to manufacture Patriot air-defense missiles and implications for the conflict.
US Threats to Strike Iran Tonight / Former CIA Analyst Larry Johnson
Former CIA analyst Larry Johnson examines escalating US-Iran tensions and the geopolitical risks of military strikes in the Middle East.
Live From Russia Stanislav Krapivnnik - Latest on the War with Ukraine
Live analysis of current developments in the Russia-Ukraine conflict from on-the-ground sources.
Russia Ukraine: The War is Changing
Military analysis of evolving tactics, weapons, and strategic shifts in the Russia-Ukraine conflict from a retired Lt Col.
Col Douglas Macgregor: War to the Last Missile in Iran
Analysis of potential US-Iran conflict escalation, military strategy, and regional geopolitical consequences.
Putin-Trump Call, US Ceasefire Strategy Fails, Poland Patriot Missile Scandal
Analysis of Russia-US military dynamics, failed ceasefire attempts, and NATO supply chain vulnerabilities in the Ukraine conflict.
Multiple Ships Hit in Gulf; Kyiv in Flames—WW3 Preparations Intensify
Analysis of Persian Gulf maritime incidents and Eastern European military escalation, with survival food sourcing recommendations.
Things Will Escalate This Week, Oil Prices Will Surge with Martin Armstrong
Economic forecaster discusses algorithmic predictions of geopolitical tensions and commodity price movements in the coming weeks.
Trump Threatens to Destroy Iran Again / Patrick Henningsen in Tehran
Analysis of escalating US-Iran tensions and on-the-ground reporting from Tehran on regional geopolitical risk.
Iran's Bounty on Trump's Head
Analysis of Iran's publicly announced bounty on former President Trump and its implications for US security and geopolitical risk.
Col Doug Macgregor: The US Military Lost Against Iran?
Analysis of US military capabilities and strategic positioning in Middle East conflict scenarios with Iran.
This is a Forever War: Russian Perspective w/ Mark Sleboda
Geopolitical analysis of the Ukraine conflict from a Russian viewpoint and implications for long-term global stability.
Unconstitutional Military Merger Nobody in Congress Will Debate with Dennis Kucinich
Examination of a proposed US-Israel military merger through NDAA section 219 and its constitutional and geopolitical implications.
The War Won't End: Post-Putin Conflict Scenarios with Dr. Gilbert Doctorow
Analysis of long-term geopolitical conflict dynamics and what may follow current European power transitions.
Russia Learns From Iran War
Analysis of how Russia adapts military doctrine and tactics based on observed outcomes of the Iran-Israel conflict.
Former CIA: USA Is Retreating—Iran Withdrawal or Total Fake Out?
CIA analyst discusses US posture shifts, Iran strategy, and Russia-Ukraine implications for global stability.
U.S. Strategy in Iran: Creating Chaos
Analysis of U.S. geopolitical strategy in Iran and its destabilizing effects on regional security and energy markets.
Is Diplomacy Pointless with Iran?
Analysis of US-Iran diplomatic prospects and the geopolitical forces shaping Middle East policy and energy markets.
Russia's Massive Attack on Kyiv
Analysis of Russian military operations against Kyiv, strategic implications, and implications for civilian defense and infrastructure resilience.
Vance Admits MOU Real Purpose; More Warships Sent to Gulf; Kyiv in Bunkers
Analysis of US geopolitical positioning, military escalation in the Gulf, and Eastern European conflict developments.
Trump: No (Good) Way Out of Iran War
Military analysis of escalation pathways and constraints in potential US-Iran conflict under Trump administration.
Germany's Nationwide WW3 Preparation, Conscription, Bunkers, Weapons, Psychology
Examine Germany's civilian mobilization strategy, conscription policy, shelter infrastructure, and psychological messaging ahead of potential conflict.
Col Douglas Macgregor: The Problem Facing Putin Right Now
Military analysis of current Russian strategic pressures and operational challenges in the Ukraine conflict.
Why Iran Talks Are So Tricky
Analysis of the geopolitical complexities and negotiation dynamics shaping US-Iran diplomatic relations and regional stability.
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
Putin Exposes Ceasefire Trap, Outlines SMO Goals, Admits Alaska Concessions
Analysis of Putin's recent statements on Ukraine war objectives, rejected ceasefire proposals, and alleged diplomatic concessions to the Trump administration.
Intense US Air Force Activity, Israel Strike Preparations, Belarus Entry, Finland Nuclear Posture
Analysis of escalating military activity in Europe and the Middle East, weapons shipments, and nuclear-armed state positioning.
John Mearsheimer: Russia's Message to Europe, The Gloves Are Coming Off
Geopolitical analysis of Russia's escalating posture toward Europe and implications for Western security and energy markets.
Russia Frontline Advance: Putin's Messaging Woes as Lavrov's WW3 Warning Ignored
Analysis of Russian military advances in Ukraine, Western media coverage gaps, and escalating diplomatic tensions between Russia and NATO powers.
Trump Strikes Iran: Massive Attack, Ceasefire Dead, Finland Gets Nukes, Putin Secret Meeting
Geopolitical analysis of escalating US-Iran tensions, NATO nuclear developments, and Russian diplomatic activity.
Iran Deal Miscalculations
Analysis of strategic miscalculations in Iran nuclear diplomacy and implications for regional stability and energy markets.
Iran Attacks Ship in Hormuz, Trump War Powers Authorized, Ukraine Belarus Nuclear Standoff
Analysis of escalating geopolitical tensions: Iranian naval action in the Strait of Hormuz, US war authorization, and nuclear risk in Eastern Europe.
Russia's Red Lines Have Been Crossed
Analysis of Russian strategic doctrine and escalation risks following NATO involvement in the Ukraine conflict.
Silver and Gold Crash: Metals Market Analysis
Analysis of recent precious metals price movements and their implications for prepper financial strategy.
Trump's Pressuring Iran Is Absurd
Analysis of US-Iran tensions and the geopolitical rationale behind recent American pressure on Iran.
Former CIA Analyst Larry Johnson: Iran Deal, Trump's Making it Up As He Goes Along
Analysis of U.S.-Iran nuclear diplomacy and implications of unpredictable foreign policy on geopolitical stability.
Alastair Crooke: Iran Deal, Who's Dictating the Terms?
Analysis of Iran nuclear negotiations, geopolitical leverage, and the strategic interests shaping Middle East policy outcomes.
Rubicon crossed, permanent conflict on Russia. Zelensky targets Belarus next
Analysis of escalating Western military involvement in Ukraine, potential expansion into Belarus, and prospects for negotiated settlement.
Europe/US/Ukraine Barreling To War with Russia
Analysis of escalating geopolitical tensions between NATO, the US, Ukraine, and Russia, and their implications for preppers.
MIT Professor Ted Postol: Iran Dome Fallacies Exposed
Analysis of technical flaws in claims about Iranian air defense systems and implications for regional military capability assessment.
US-Iran Ceasefire Talks: Conflict Round 3 Is Coming
Analysis of Geneva negotiations between US and Iran, neoconservative pressure on Trump, and the timeline toward potential escalation.
Iran Talks, Vance's Position, and Hidden Oil Crisis
Analysis of Iran nuclear negotiations, US geopolitical positioning, and global oil market dynamics.
US & Iran Talks in Switzerland
Analysis of diplomatic negotiations between the US and Iran and their implications for regional stability and energy markets.
Why Iran Talks Will Fail
Analysis of structural failures in Iran nuclear negotiations and implications for Middle East stability and energy markets.
MIT Professor Ted Postol: Patriot Missile Capabilities
Analysis of Patriot air-defense system capabilities and limitations from MIT defense expert.
Trump: US to Play 'Guardian Angel' in Strait of Hormuz
Analysis of US strategic positioning in the Strait of Hormuz and implications for global energy security and geopolitical stability.
The Psychology of Collapse and Totalitarianism, Why Governments Hate Preppers with Mattias Desmet
Explore how mass psychology drives totalitarian systems and why preparedness threatens centralized power structures.
More weapons to Ukraine, focus on war. Putin focus on stability
Analysis of Western deterrence collapse, Russian military strategy, and NATO weapons pledges amid ongoing Ukraine conflict.
Strait of Hormuz Closed: Guess Who We're Sending to Get it Re-Opened?
Analysis of US military response to Strait of Hormuz closure and implications for global energy markets and supply chains.