The Rise of the Drone Wall: Securing Europe's Eastern Border

A new, high-tech defense concept is gaining traction among Eastern European nations as they seek to protect their airspace.

NATO Jets Scramble as Poland Downs Russian Drones in its Airspace / Conservative Activist Charlie Kirk Shot and Killed at Utah Campus Event

The NATO alliance offers significant promise for stability, yet we are divided in evil here in the U.S.

Israel Targets Hamas Leadership in Unprecedented Strike on Qatari Capital

In a dramatic and sharp escalation of the Mideast conflict, the Israeli military has carried out an airstrike in Doha, the capital of Qatar.

Chicago Showdown: Trump's "Chipocalypse Now" Meme Ignites Federal Force Debate

Based on recent reports, President Donald Trump sparked controversy after posting a meme that appeared to threaten the city of Chicago.

Tensions Flare as Venezuelan Jets Buzz U.S. Warship

Recent events in international waters near South America have sharply escalated tensions between the United States and Venezuela.

President Trump Rebrands Pentagon as "Department of War"

In a major executive action on Friday, President Donald Trump officially renamed the Department of Defense, restoring its original historic title.

The Immortal Ambition: What a Hot Mic Revealed About Putin and Xi

In the carefully choreographed world of international diplomacy, it’s the unscripted moments that often reveal the most.

The Digital Battlefield: AI, Drones, and Hypersonics are Redefining Modern Warfare

Science fiction is rapidly becoming battlefield fact. The classic image of warfare, dominated by tanks and fighter jets, is being fundamentally reshaped by a new wave of technology.

"Kinetic Strike": Trump Confirms US Military Action on Venezuelan "Narco-Terrorist" Vessel, 11 Killed

In a sudden and dramatic announcement, President Donald Trump has confirmed that the U.S. military conducted a "kinetic strike" on a vessel in the Caribbean, killing 11 people alleged to be members of a Venezuelan "narco-terrorist" organization.

Beijing's Big Show: China to Parade Military Might with Leaders of Russia, Iran, and North Korea

A clear message is set to be broadcast from Beijing's Tiananmen Square.

August 24-30, 2025

"Lunatic Rage": Nancy Mace's Fiery Town Hall Spotlights a Divided America / Russian Fighter Jet Video Reveals Secretive US Spy Pod in Action / From Colleague to Critic: Why Chuck Grassley Says He Was 'Naive' About former President Biden

Intel Report: 4th Week of August 2025

From the muddy frontlines of Eastern Europe to the tense waters of the Middle East and the strategic chess match in the Indo-Pacific, the global military landscape is evolving at a breakneck pace.

August 17-23, 2025

Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Controversial Stance on Property Taxes and Health Insurance / El Salvador’s New Education Reforms: Discipline, Militarization, and Public Debate / Zelenskyy’s Firm Stance on Ukraine’s Territorial Integrity Amid Ongoing Conflict

The Trump-Putin Summit: A Pivotal Moment in the Ukraine Conflict and Global Geopolitics

In the crisp chill of Anchorage, Alaska, on August 15, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin convened for a high-stakes summit that has sent ripples through international relations.

August 10-16, 2025

New Mexico’s State of Emergency: A Response to Violence and Drug Trafficking in Rio Arriba County / Putin Signals Openness to Nuclear Arms Deal Ahead of Alaska Summit with Trump / South Korea’s Lee Jae Myung Seeks to Ease Tensions with North Korea through Military De-escalation

The Trump-Putin Summit: A High-Stakes Meeting in Alaska Amid Ukraine Tensions

In the ever-evolving landscape of international diplomacy, few events capture global attention quite like a face-to-face between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.

August 3-9, 2025

USS Kyle Carpenter: Honoring a Hero’s Sacrifice / Reviving the 'Shark Attack': Hegseth's Push to Toughen Army Training / Irish President Calls for UN Chapter VII Action to Secure Gaza Aid Corridors

Fort Stewart Shooting Incident: Army Sergeant Attacks Fellow Soldiers

On August 6, 2025, a shocking incident unfolded at Fort Stewart, one of the largest U.S. Army bases east of the Mississippi River, located approximately 40 miles southwest of Savannah, Georgia.

July 27–August 2, 2025

Sam Brown Confirmed as VA Undersecretary for Memorial Affairs / White House Halts Hegseth’s Polygraph Use in Leak Investigation / From Thunderbird to Advocate: Nicole Malachowski’s Battle with Tick-Borne Illness

July 20–26, 2025

Dive into my perspective on this week's global chaos, straight from the Smoke Pit.

Thailand-Cambodia Border Conflict: Tensions Flare in 2025

On July 24, 2025, the long-simmering border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia erupted into violent clashes near the Ta Moan Thom Temple, located in Thailand’s Surin province and Cambodia’s Oddar Meanchey province.

Syria in 2025: A Nation in Transition Amidst Conflict

The situation in Syria in 2025 is complex, marked by significant political shifts, ongoing violence, and international involvement.

July 15–22, 2025

Dive into my perspective on this week's global chaos, straight from the Smoke Pit.