Posts by Wyatt Mingji Lim
Mysterious China Vessel cuts Taiwan’s undersea cable; lurking suspiciously for a month off Taiwan…
In a disturbing development from Taiwan, the Taiwanese Coast Guard is investigating a potential case of sabotage involving undersea internet cables. These cables, which are crucial for Taiwan’s internet connectivity, were reportedly damaged by an alleged Chinese vessel. However, the investigation has hit a roadblock as authorities have been unable to board the suspected ship…
Read MoreSK impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol avoided arrest after standoff – Timeline of South Korea’s Martial Law Saga so far
For those that had not been following the South Korean Martial Law saga, you may be surprised to learn that, until today, the President of South Korea who declared the surprised nationwide emergency martial law controversially then, Yoon Suk Yeol, remains… somewhat President… and not arrested. So I’m sure, we now need to recap and…
Read MoreMoldova Turns to Romania and Ukraine for Energy as Russia Halts Gas Supplies
Moldova is shifting to electricity imports from Romania and Ukraine after Russia’s state-owned energy giant, Gazprom, ceased gas supplies on Jan. 1. The halt comes amid the expiration of a key transit agreement with Ukraine and geopolitical tensions, leaving Moldova to address its energy needs through alternative sources. The Reasons Behind the Gas Cut-Off Gazprom’s…
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Day 1000 Special: A Retrospection; Strategic Analysis
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…
Read MoreAustria’s Bold Stance on Russian Gas: A New Chapter in Energy Politics
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…
Read MoreFrontline Changes Report – Day 967-968 (17-18 October 2024)
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…
Read MoreUkraine War SITREP – Day 961, 11 October 2024
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…
Read MoreUkraine War Frontline Changes Report – Day 956 (6 October 2024)
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…
Read MoreUkraine War Frontline Changes Report – Day 925 (5 Sept 2024)
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…
Read MoreUkraine War Frontline Changes Report – 18 August 2024 (Day 907)
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…
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