Trump Lifts Syria Sanctions: A Deal, a Detour, or Both?
Trump Lifts Syria Sanctions: A Deal, a Detour, or Both? It’s official. Former president and current White House occupant Donald Trump has decided that Syria, once deemed part of the infamous “Axis of Evil,” is now ready for a little American forgiveness. In a move that surprised diplomats, annoyed hawks, and confused just about everyone…
The Emir’s Jet: When MAGA Takes a Royal Detour
The Emir’s Jet: When MAGA Takes a Royal Detour Nothing says “America First” quite like soaring over Nebraska in a jet gifted by Gulf royalty. Donald Trump, ever the unconventional statesman, may soon be flying in a Qatar-donated Boeing 747-8, a sky palace once reserved for monarchs. With Boeing delaying delivery of the updated Air…
The Shift in Doctrine
Shift in Doctrine As the 2026 budget blueprint is unveiled, the United States signals a bold transformation in foreign policy: diplomacy takes a back seat, while firepower takes the wheel. With historic cuts to non-defense programs and a celebration of military strength, the nation steps further into a doctrine where hard power reigns. Military Over…
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