In the wake of the Russian military’s struggles in the Ukraine War, Vladimir Putin has mobilized 300,000 additional troops and even made what some think are veiled threats of nuclear aggression. Straight Arrow News contributor Larry Lindsey says Putin’s actions reek of desperation. He also warns it’s time to think about what happens if Russia…

Officials in the U.S. and Europe are countering what could be a three-pronged escalation from Russia seven months after the country began its invasion of Ukraine. The country’s military draft, geopolitical moves and energy standoff with Europe are all coming to a head. The U.S. Embassy in Moscow is warning Americans who live in Russia…

Ukraine has made major and surprising advances against retreating Russian forces in eastern Ukraine, and many wonder if this is the beginning of the end for Russian influence in the region. Now, there’s speculation that other countries with ties to Russia could see their own power weakening. Straight Arrow News contributor Peter Zeihan takes a look…

While much of the world focuses on the war in Ukraine, in the Pacific, the focus is squarely on China. Because of China’s saber-rattling on Taiwan, Japan is committing more money to increase its military spending while Taiwan could get billions in defense funding from the United States. After Russia invaded Ukraine, many Japanese began…

Ukraine continues to press forward with its counteroffensive in Kharkiv that has the Russian army on the verge of collapse. The Ukrainian troops have maintained the pressure despite Russia launching air strikes against power plants in retaliation. Straight Arrow News contributor Peter Zeihan says that while it is too soon to know if this is…

As the Ukraine war rages on, Russia is reportedly turning to North Korea to purchase missiles and artillery. While Moscow denies the reports, U.S. intelligence said the move is a sign of Vladimir Putin’s increased desperation for his country’s war effort. Straight Arrow News contributor Peter Zeihan says there is more bad news for Russia. He…

Indirect talks between President Joe Biden and Iran continue as he attempts to revive a nuclear deal from 2015. The Islamic Republic has made significant progress on its nuclear program over the last decade. If they are ultimately successful, it would destabilize the region and possibly force other nations to follow. Straight Arrow News contributor…

In the wake of Russia’s war with Ukraine, the Kremlin is strengthening its partnerships with Cuba and Venezuela. The move comes as President Joe Biden and other world leaders voted to invite Finland and Sweden into NATO. For decades, the U.S. has had a complicated relationship with the two Latin American nations. However, economic pressures…

A video of Finland’s youngest Prime Minister Sanna Marin partying with friends has gone viral. Marin has since taken a drug test to clear any speculation she was under the influence of narcotics.  Finland’s Prime Minister @MarinSanna is in the headlines after a video of her partying was leaked today. She has previously been criticized…

Taliban opens al-Zawahri investigation- The Taliban announced Thursday it is investigating this weekend’s killing of al-Qaida leader Ayman al-Zawahri. A spokesperson indicated that Taliban leaders were not aware of the killing or of al-Zawahri’s presence in Kabul. This goes against Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s claim that the Taliban was sheltering him. On Monday, U.S.…