Several theories propose that NATO expansion played a role in motivating Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The argument suggests that as NATO expanded its reach into eastern Europe without explicitly excluding Ukrainian membership, Putin perceived a threat, leading to the initiation of the war. Straight Arrow News contributor Peter Zeihan challenges this notion and sheds light…

Ukrainian pilots will be flying F-16s within two years. Those pilots will begin training in the United Kingdom this summer. The decision to train Ukrainian pilots how to fly Western jet fighters isn’t necessarily about ending the current war in Ukraine, but about possibly preventing another. Since Russia invaded more than a year ago, Ukrainian…

The United States military is struggling to find enough recruits to fill its ranks. The nation’s top brass are taking several steps to rectify the problem, including taking advice from some of their own. Mandatory Funday is the online handle of a social media influencer who caters to a specific audience. Straight Arrow News is…

As Turkey gears up for its election on May 14, citizens are faced with an important question: is the country better off with President Erdogan or without him? Erdogan has been in power for two decades as Turkey assumes an increasingly important role in global affairs. NATO Membership Turkey is a key member of NATO…

Ukraine’s spring counteroffensive is officially on hold as the embattled country awaits delivery of pledged military aid. Meanwhile, Putin’s weapons stockpile may be shrinking. Straight Arrow News contributor Peter Zeihan believes that, for Russia, it doesn’t matter whether it loses the next battle or not. He argues Putin is playing the long game and the…

Russian hackers have caused chaos in the global cyber arena in recent years. They have shut down energy pipelines and have even been accused of interfering in U.S. elections and targeting American airports. There is now concern Russia’s cybercriminals are planning a digital offensive against Ukraine. However, Straight Arrow News contributor Peter Zeihan says it’s…

The formation of a NATO-like alliance in the Pacific region continues to pick up steam. In the latest chapter, Australia wants to partner with the United States to field a fleet of flying MQ-28 Ghost Bat drones. The Ghost Bats are the first drones developed by Boeing Australia, and will be the first Australian-made attack…