The dangerous delusion of modern warfare

Our defence editor assesses how conflict has changed in recent years

The Economist

Pakistan's Paradox: Tactical Flair, Strategic Ruin in India Confrontations

Pakistan's military often wins small fights but loses big wars against India. Learn why this pattern continues and what it means for the future.

#PakistanIndiaConflict, #MilitaryStrategy, #Geopolitics, #SouthAsia, #WarAnalysis

https://newsletter.tf/pakistan-military-tactical-wins-strategic-losses-india/

Pakistan's military has lost every declared war against India, despite sometimes winning individual battles. This pattern shows a gap between short-term success and long-term goals.

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https://newsletter.tf/pakistan-military-tactical-wins-strategic-losses-india/

Pakistan Military: Tactical Wins, Strategic Losses vs India

Pakistan's military often wins small fights but loses big wars against India. Learn why this pattern continues and what it means for the future.

NewsletterTF

It’s Happening… Crimea Is Being LIBERATED! - The Military Show

https://youtu.be/NR_ZO0FgS3o?si=T2Eh-h78gROevaz7

Crimea was supposed to be Putin’s ultimate foundation of Russia’s invasion strategy since 2014. But Ukraine has spent years quietly dismantling that plan piece by piece. The war that began with Crimea may ultimately end there. And one final strike could change everything forever.

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It’s Happening… Crimea Is Being LIBERATED

YouTube

US, South Korea Face Military Imperative for OPCON Transfer

The US and South Korea are facing a critical moment in their military alliance, as the OPCON transfer has evolved from a political issue to a military imperative, driven by a transformed strategic reality on the Korean Peninsula. With North Korea's growing threats and an increasingly complex security landscape, the transfer is…

https://osintsights.com/us-south-korea-face-military-imperative-for-opcon-transfer?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=social

#NationalSecurity #Geopolitics #UskoreaRelations #MilitaryStrategy #OpconTransfer

US, South Korea Face Military Imperative for OPCON Transfer

Learn why the OPCON transfer is a military imperative for US and South Korea, enhancing alliance maturity amid a transformed strategic reality - read now.

OSINTSights

This article explores how the United States’ recent military engagements and strategic maneuvers involving Iran are being analyzed as a "dress rehearsal" or a source of critical intelligence for a potential future conflict with China.

#US #China #Iran #Geopolitics #MilitaryStrategy #ForeignPolicy
https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/09/china/us-experience-fighting-iran-lessons-china-intl-hnk-ml

US experience fighting Iran offers lessons for China, experts say

As the war in Iran enters its third month, it’s providing a window for China into how US military capabilities work under fire, and a useful reminder that, on any battlefield, the adversary always has a big say in the outcome.

CNN
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Mossad Landmark Spy Missions: Marc Vargo's Book Review

Mossad landmark spy missions come to life in Marc Vargo's book. Read our review of six bold Israeli intelligence operations.

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Americans remain deeply skeptical of war in Iran, poll shows

Sixty-one percent of U.S. adults said it was a mistake for the U.S. to use military force against Iran in a Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll released Friday.

Politico

China Expands Military Reach Beyond First Island Chain

Get ready for a significant shift in the Indo-Pacific region: China is poised to dramatically expand its military presence and influence beyond its current boundaries over the next decade. This deliberate, long-term strategy will likely have far-reaching implications for regional security and stability.

https://osintsights.com/china-expands-military-reach-beyond-first-island-chain?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=social

#Indopacific #China #NationalSecurity #Geopolitics #MilitaryStrategy

China Expands Military Reach Beyond First Island Chain

China expands military reach beyond the first island chain, intensifying defense presence across Indo-Pacific, discover how Beijing's influence will grow. Learn more now.

OSINTSights

US Marine General Warns China Now a Peer Military Rival

The US Marine Corps' top strategist, Lt. Gen. Stephen Sklenka, just issued a stark warning: China has emerged as a peer military rival, matching the US in nearly every measure of national influence. This bold declaration signals a major shift in the global balance of power.

https://osintsights.com/us-marine-general-warns-china-now-a-peer-military-rival?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=social

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US Marine General Warns China Now a Peer Military Rival

US Marine General warns China is now a peer military rival, posing a significant threat to global stability - learn more about the implications now.

OSINTSights