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Twenty-First Century Artillery: What Can We Learn From the War in Ukraine?

By Robert Simon | December 3, 2024

The war in Ukraine, as the first high-intensity near-symmetrical conflict of the 21st century, has offered some critical lessons on modern warfare and the use of artillery systems, whose role is constantly evolving in a technologically advanced battlefield, where traditional firepower is enhanced by tools like drones and precision-guided systems. The conflict underscores the importance…


Day 1000 Special: A Retrospection; Strategic Analysis

By Wyatt Mingji Lim | November 22, 2024

As the Ukraine war crosses its 1,000th day, we reflect on its enduring impact, the evolving battlefield dynamics, and the broader strategic implications. The war has not only reshaped Ukraine’s landscape but has also influenced global geopolitics, testing the resolve of nations and the resilience of those involved. The Geopolitical Chessboard: Causes and Impacts The…

Austria’s Bold Stance on Russian Gas: A New Chapter in Energy Politics

By Wyatt Mingji Lim | November 20, 2024

The Austrian utility company OMV announced that it would no longer pay for gas supplied by Gazprom, the Russian state-controlled gas giant. This decision came in light of a €230 million arbitration award granted to OMV by the International Chamber of Commerce due to irregular gas supplies from Gazprom. Background of the Dispute The tensions…

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    Twenty-First Century Artillery: What Can We Learn From the War in Ukraine?

    December 3, 2024
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    The war in Ukraine, as the first high-intensity near-symmetrical conflict of the 21st century, has offered some critical lessons on modern warfare and the use of artillery systems, whose role is constantly evolving in a technologically advanced battlefield, where traditional firepower is enhanced by tools like drones and precision-guided systems. The conflict underscores the importance…


    Day 1000 Special: A Retrospection; Strategic Analysis

    November 22, 2024
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    As the Ukraine war crosses its 1,000th day, we reflect on its enduring impact, the evolving battlefield dynamics, and the broader strategic implications. The war has not only reshaped Ukraine’s landscape but has also influenced global geopolitics, testing the resolve of nations and the resilience of those involved. The Geopolitical Chessboard: Causes and Impacts The…

    Austria’s Bold Stance on Russian Gas: A New Chapter in Energy Politics

    November 20, 2024
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    The Austrian utility company OMV announced that it would no longer pay for gas supplied by Gazprom, the Russian state-controlled gas giant. This decision came in light of a €230 million arbitration award granted to OMV by the International Chamber of Commerce due to irregular gas supplies from Gazprom. Background of the Dispute The tensions…

    Frontline Changes Report – Day 967-968 (17-18 October 2024)

    October 19, 2024
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    Russian forces tried a blitz attack towards Viktorovka, which AGAIN, a armored carrier bumped into a Ukrainian tank which killed it at point blank range. But the attack points to the high possibility that the Russian forces had captured the area north of Novoivanovka. The attack towards Viktorovka, coupled with the attack on Malaya Loknya…

    Ukraine War SITREP – Day 961, 11 October 2024

    October 13, 2024
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    Russian forces had conquered Ostrivske, which is the final settlement Russia need to take before the road to Kurakhove is open. Confirmation of the capture comes from geolocation, as it’s a small settlement, capture if certain. Kurakhove is the regional HQ for the Ukrainian forces in the south Donetsk frontlines; and it is heavily fortified…

    Ukraine War Frontline Changes Report – Day 956 (6 October 2024)

    October 7, 2024
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    Ukrainian forces expanded foothold by capturing the region between Novy Put and Medvezhe (around Obod). Glushkovo Sector, Kursk Front – Russian forces finally made advances within the Kursk Front, with capture western part of Liubimovka and part of the forest west of Liubimovka. Geolocation south of Kalinov invalidated Ukrainian claim of capture of Kalinov, signals…

    RUSSO-MALIAN COOPERATION: WITHOUT LIMITS!!

    September 27, 2024
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    The Soviet Era (1960-1991)  Relations between Mali and the Soviet Union began shortly after Mali’s independence in 1960. President Modibo Keïta, who led the country from 1960 to 1968, established close ties with the Soviet bloc, seeking economic and military support to develop Mali. The USSR became a key player by providing technical assistance, infrastructure,…

    Ukraine War Frontline Changes Report – Day 925 (5 Sept 2024)

    September 6, 2024
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    DPA assessed that the northern most extent of the Ukrainian front had already been retaken by the Russian, through the combination of the severe lack of reporting and geolocation of any Ukrainian troops in the area, as well as taking into consideration of the Russian perspective of what is the frontline is likely to be…

    Ukraine War Frontline Changes Report – 18 August 2024 (Day 907)

    August 19, 2024
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    Ukrainian forces has begun the operation to pincer the entire Glushkovo region from two sides, with the Ukrainian entering Kursk oblast from a new border incursion, allegedly capturing the border village of Otruba. On the current “western sector”, Ukrainian sources claim the capture of Apanasovka and Snagost with fighting already reported at Komarovka. Kursk Front…

    TALIBAN attends UN meeting; Thailand & Malaysia to BRICS; Nepal-China; Port congestion

    July 1, 2024
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    Taliban’s Historic Attendance at UN Meeting in Qatar In a groundbreaking event, the Taliban participated in their first United Nations meeting held in Doha, Qatar. This historic attendance saw over 20 envoys, including a representative from the United States, engaging in preparatory discussions with Taliban representatives. Leading the Taliban delegation was spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid, who…

    The broken love affair between Philippines and China

    June 21, 2024
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    Reading the comments from my video reporting on the South China Sea incident, I can’t help but be surprised for the fact that many people do not know Philippines have military alliance with USA. Complaining about US having troops and bases in Philippines is like complaining Russia having troops and bases in Belarus. That is…

    Tensions Rise in the Taiwan Strait as China Conducts Military Exercises

    May 24, 2024
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    In recent developments, there has been a noticeable increase in tensions over the Taiwan Strait. China has announced a significant military exercise aimed at targeting Taiwanese groups advocating for independence. This exercise, which China claims is a punitive measure, has raised concerns due to its strategic and aggressive nature. The exercise is reminiscent of past…

    [ Ukraine SITREP ] Day 804 (7/5): UKRAINE ended Russian breakout phase; RF restart ops at Orikhiv

    May 8, 2024
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    Lack of progress over the Orthodox Easter and Russian President’s inauguration day effectively marks the end of the Russian break out at the Avdiivka Front. Ukrainian forces likely to have successfully reorganized it’s defenses and had slowed Russian progress back to a crawl. Russian forces on the other hand restarted offensive operations over at the…

    Ukraine War Frontline Changes Report – Day 799 (2 May 2024)

    May 3, 2024
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    KUPYANSK FRONT Russian forces expanded control over Kyslivka slightly, signifying possible strong resistance by the Ukrainian forces on the western part of Kyslivka Russian forces finally entered Kotlyarivka from the north from Kyslivka. Russian assault operations on Kotlyarivka are done concurrently with attacks all around the salient south of the settlement. AVDIIVKA FRONT Russian forces…

    Ukraine War Frontline Changes Report – Day 798 (1 May 2024)

    May 3, 2024
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    KUPYANSK FRONT KUPYANSK FRONT Russian forces made progress north of Novoyehorivka, which is a high ground over looking the town. Watch the SITREP here: https://youtu.be/gWxTs3jJe3w Frontline Changes Report here: https://youtu.be/nl3VI9kfsM8 BAKHMUT FRONT Russian forces reentered the NW parts of Novy neighborhood of Chasiv Yar. However, a later geolocation of thermobaric shelling at a nearby location…

    Ukraine War Frontline Changes Report – Day 797 (30 April 2024)

    May 1, 2024
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    Watch the Full Report here: https://youtu.be/BVpZyZcT2rk KREMINNA FRONT Ukrainian forces counterattacked SE of Yampolivka retaking previously held treeline/position from the Russians. Confirmed by geolocation. BAKHMUT FRONT After more than week or two of rumor of Russian forces reaching the canal at the Bakhmut Front, we finally have geolocation confirming Russian presence at the edge of…

    Ukraine War Frontline Changes Report – Day 793 (26 April 2024)

    April 28, 2024
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    AVDIIVKA FRONT Ukrainian forces got massively ejected from eastern Novokalynove and eastern regions of Keramik. Based on Ukrainian mapping, Russian forces had entered into Keramik for the first time. Russian mapping suggest the entire eastern part of Novokalynove is taken. The huge frontline change suggest that Ukrainian forces may have withdrawn from these regions ahead…

    Ukraine War Frontline Changes Report – Day 792 (25 April 2024)

    April 26, 2024
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    AVDIIVKA FRONT According to Russian sources, Russian forces capture the northern part of Ocheretyne and broke towards Arkhanhelske. Given how extended that line is, DPA do not expect this line to hold, as it would likely be vulnerable to being cut off or have resupply/reinforcement becoming an issue. Russian forces also expanded their control south…

    Debt and Monetary Dynamics of Developed vs Developing Nations: Lessons of Singapore and Reflections on Economic Strategies for Kenya and other Developing Nations

    April 19, 2024
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    It’s fascinating to learn that Singapore’s debt primarily finances long-term infrastructure projects and boosts liquidity in the bond market, rather than covering budget deficits like many other countries, both developed and developing. I came across a video that discusses Singapore’s so-called high foreign debt. Interestingly, this debt stems from foreign deposits in Singapore’s robust and…

    Shifting Alliances: The Geopolitical Dynamics of Niger’s Departure from ECOWAS and the West’s Influence

    April 17, 2024
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    The Americans did not support the French in their plans to invade Niger, recognizing the potential pitfalls of such an action. It was clear that the involvement of Italy and Germany was tentative at best. Following threats from Victoria Nuland, the French quickly abandoned their mission. Even France’s intentions to maintain their embassy and military…

    The Actual Battle of Ukraine – Odessa

    April 17, 2024
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    The crown jewel in Ukraine is Odessa. It’s the logistical hub and Ukraine’s economic lifeline. Without it, Ukraine will be a rump state with no global trade future. In terms of the battle for Odessa, we will have to talk about Nikolaev on one side, and Transnistria on the other. Moldova is the last state…

    Ukraine Frontline Changes Report – Day 727-729, 20-22 Feb 2024

    February 23, 2024
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    Battle of Ivaniske begins as Russian forces storms into the eastern part of Ivanivske, while Ukrainian forces lost control of the entire NE outskirt of Ivanivske. ~Bakhmut Front Russian forces entered Sjeverne from the east after the entire Ukraine line between Sjeverne and Avdiivka City collapsed. ~Avdiivka Front Russian forces progressively expanded control west of…

    Ukraine Frontline Changes Report – Day 724, 17 Feb 2024

    February 18, 2024
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    A Russian forces assault is geolocated on a treeline south of Robotyne. This location is previously understood to be under Ukrainian control. This confirms the reports that an offensive operation is under way against Robotyne. Current rumors include Russian forces reaching the western outskirt of Robotyne. But this is not yet corroborated by any of…

    Ukraine Frontline Changes Report – Day 722, 15 Feb 2024

    February 16, 2024
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    In the northern fronts of the Battle of Avdiivka, Russian forces head both west and south from the breakthrough west of Avdiivka city, in the direction of Lastochkyne and the final dirt road out of the city. Russian forces also pushed north from the entry point of the Lastochkyne road into the Avdiivka City, into…

    Ukraine Frontline Changes Report – Day 721, 14 Feb 2024

    February 15, 2024
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    Russian forces are geolocated to be attack SE of Pobjeda – their presence confirm Russian forces had taken grounds in that area, pushing towards the south of Pobjeda. ~ Donetsk Front Russian forces geolocated on the western outskirt of Marinka, invalidating Ukrainian claims, and corroborating Russian claims of the frontline. ~Donetsk Front New development is…

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