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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Russia Helping Build a New Middle East
Analysis of Russia's expanding role in Middle Eastern geopolitics and its implications for regional stability and global energy markets.
No Ukraine Victory. Only Endure Russia's Attacks!
Analysis of Ukraine conflict trajectories and implications for long-term civilian resilience under sustained military pressure.
The Lies Dragging US into Iran War Again
Analysis of false justifications and political narratives driving renewed US military escalation toward Iran.
Putin's Winter Strategy: Break Ukraine From the Inside
Analysis of Russia's strategic objectives in Ukraine and how sustained conflict may reshape European energy and security.
Israel's New War Doctrine: What's America Signing Up For?
Analysis of Israel's evolving military strategy and its implications for US foreign policy and regional stability.
Historic Russia: The Land Putin Will Not Give Back
Analysis of Russian territorial claims and geopolitical positioning in the context of historical borders and current conflict dynamics.
How More War Reshapes the Middle East Forever
Analysis of geopolitical shifts and conflict dynamics reshaping the Middle East region and global implications.
The Dollar, Sanctions & Bombs Can't Bring it Back
Analysis of how sanctions, military intervention, and currency policy reshape geopolitical alignments and economic sovereignty.
Global Grain Shortage Driving Food Prices Higher
Analysis of current grain-supply disruptions—South Africa production declines, Ukraine export collapse, and resulting food-price pressure on households and developing nations.
The Fatal Assumption That Tehran Will Break
Analysis of the geopolitical assumption that Iran's government will collapse under pressure and its implications for regional conflict.
Will Americans Die to Open the Strait of Hormuz? Seyed M. Marandi
Analysis of US-Iran geopolitical tensions and the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz to global energy security.
Japan Earthquake, Economic Instability, and Preparedness Challenges
Live discussion of recent seismic activity in Japan and cascading economic pressures affecting global preparedness strategies.
Israel About to Ignite Entire Middle East?
Analysis of escalating Israel-Middle East tensions and potential regional conflict scenarios.
Iran's Next Strike May Not Explode. It Could Shut You Down
Analysis of Iranian asymmetric warfare tactics targeting infrastructure and grid resilience.
Netanyahu Wants More War. What Did Hegseth Promise?
Analysis of escalating Middle East conflict and US military leadership positions under a new administration.
There's No Isolating Iran Now
Analysis of Iran's geopolitical position and why economic isolation strategies are no longer viable.
Ukraine is Trump's Bargaining Chip
Analyze how Ukraine factors into US strategic interests and potential diplomatic negotiations under changing leadership.
The West Destroys Itself and Perversely Elevates Russia
Analysis of geopolitical dynamics and Western strategic missteps that have strengthened Russia's position.
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.
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.
A NATO Army in Yemen - What Could Go Wrong?
Analysis of potential geopolitical and military consequences if NATO forces were deployed to Yemen.
Trump's Wars Emptying Americans' Wallets. Voters Aren't Fooled
Analysis of how military spending and geopolitical conflicts affect US household finances and inflation.
Trump Runs His Mouth, You Pay at the Pump / Iran War Latest
Analysis of US political rhetoric, Iranian tensions, and their effects on global oil markets and energy costs.
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
Trump's Biggest Opportunity in Iran - BLOWN!
Analysis of a missed US strategic opportunity regarding Iran policy and regional geopolitical positioning.
12 Tankers Hit in One Week, the Worst of the War
Analysis of maritime shipping attacks and their implications for global energy and trade disruption.
Europe's Next Flashpoint
Analysis of emerging geopolitical tensions and conflict risks in Europe with scholar Richard Sakwa.
Von der Leyen Cut Off Russia & Walked Europe Into 2 Wars at Once
Analysis of EU energy policy decisions and their geopolitical consequences for European security and stability.
Top 10 Worldwide Threats to Consider for Prepping
Survey of ten global risks worth monitoring and preparing for, from geopolitical to environmental concerns.
Two Wars Escalate While Trump's Peace Deals Fall Flat
Analysis of escalating regional conflicts and the geopolitical implications of failed diplomatic initiatives.
More Countries Joining the War in the Middle East
Overview of escalating Middle East conflict and implications for global stability and preparedness planning.
Will the U.S. Join the Yemen War?
Analysis of U.S. involvement risk in the Yemen conflict and its geopolitical implications.
Iran War, Camp David Meet, Russia Hits Kyiv's Bridges
Analysis of escalating geopolitical risks: Iran conflict developments, US diplomatic initiatives, and Russian military operations in Ukraine.
9K More U.S. Troops Deploy as Trump Weighs New Iran Strikes
Analysis of U.S. military deployment escalation and potential Iran strike planning under Trump administration.
Can the U.S. Afford to Annihilate Iran?
Analysis of U.S. military and economic capacity for large-scale conflict with Iran and regional implications.
Russia Debuts Pylon-Cutting Drone on Ukraine's Power Lines
Analysis of Russian drone tactics targeting electrical infrastructure and implications for grid vulnerability.
Russia Pounds Kyiv as US Pushes Peace Talks
Analysis of Russian military operations in Ukraine and concurrent US diplomatic efforts toward ceasefire negotiations.
Iran Demands US Admit Defeat: 23 Years Over in Iraq
Col. Macgregor analyzes Iran's geopolitical positioning and US military commitments in Iraq after two decades of conflict.
Washington Corners Iran, Dares it to Strike
Analysis of US-Iran escalation dynamics and the strategic positioning that could trigger regional conflict.
Trump Rejects Opening Strait of Hormuz Deal with Iran
Analysis of Trump's rejection of a Strait of Hormuz opening deal and implications for US-Iran relations and energy markets.
Washington Slams the Door on an Iran Ceasefire
Analysis of US diplomatic posture toward Iran and implications for Middle East stability and energy markets.
Europe Fears Russia's Next Move
Analysis of European geopolitical concerns and potential Russian strategic actions in the current conflict landscape.
Washington Risking Another War for Israel
Analysis of U.S. military involvement in Middle East conflicts and the geopolitical risks of escalation in the region.
The Next Phase of Both Wars Much Harder to Contain
Col. Doug Macgregor analyzes escalating geopolitical conflict and emerging constraints on military containment strategies.
Houthis Have Saudi Arabia Trapped
Analysis of Houthi military capability and Saudi Arabia's strategic vulnerability in the Red Sea conflict.
Trump Meets Zelenskyy as Both Sides Escalate Attacks
Analysis of US-Ukraine diplomatic developments and military escalation during the ongoing conflict.
Trump's Exit Strategy Disappearing in Ukraine & the Middle East
Analysis of how geopolitical shifts in Ukraine and the Middle East affect US strategic positioning and long-term stability.
Adapting to an Expensive & Chaotic World
Strategies for adapting your preparedness plans as resource scarcity and geopolitical instability drive inflation and economic uncertainty.