The kamikaze drones being used by the Russian army in a string of recent attacks on Kyiv come from Iran. Moscow has had to turn to one of its last remaining allies for tech weaponry to maintain its assault on civilians in the Ukraine capital. Straight Arrow News contributor Peter Zeihan says the outreach for…

Despite its size, money and power, Russia is executing poorly in its war in Ukraine and its casualty count is growing. In his 22nd year in power, Russian President Vladimir Putin continues to hold tight control over the Kremlin, with few loyalists at his side aiding with decisions. Straight Arrow News contributor Peter Zeihan argues…

The irony of the Ukraine war is that the United States — by investing heavily in Ukraine’s success and Russia’s defeat — may be increasing the risks that President Putin will be so threatened with failure, he’ll unleash nuclear weapons. If Putin were to decide to use nukes, despite President’s Biden’s warning of “catastrophic consequences,”…

It’s been about three weeks since Russia’s sham referendum to annex four regions in Ukraine. This week, Russian President Vladimir Putin said those areas are now under the protection of Russia’s nuclear arsenal and declared martial law. When Russia illegally annexed Donetsk, Luhansk, Kherson and Zaporizhzhia, it essentially claimed sovereignty over 15 percent of Ukrainian…

Russia is having its fair share of military challenges over the last few months, highlighted by low morale among troops and logistical challenges. The recent bombing of the bridge connecting Crimea and Russia has made matters worse for Russian President Vladimir Putin, as the bridge served as a reliable artery for supplying Crimea with military…

Russia’s latest threats over Ukraine included references to World War III; Alex Jones was ordered to pay nearly $1 billion to those affected by the Sandy Hook shooting; and a large boost to Social Security benefits is expected. These stories highlight the daily rundown for Thursday, Oct. 13, 2022. Russia threatens World War III – Russian…

The U.S. is doubling down its support of Ukraine for the “long haul.” The commitment came down today from Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, to support Ukraine’s defenders “indefinitely” through “all seasons.” Austin spoke at a meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contract Group in Belgium. He said the group, which includes participants from more than 50…

The embattled Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant lost power again; President Joe Biden said there will be “consequences” for Saudi Arabia after OPEC’s oil cut; and the White House released a preview of the upcoming student loan forgiveness application website. These stories highlight the Daily Rundown for Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2022. Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant loses power…

Excerpted from Peter’s Oct. 10 “Zeihan on Geopolitics” newsletter: I’m going to be discussing some disturbing aspects of the Ukraine War today. Consider this your parental advisory.   In the aftermath of the Russia’s failed Kyiv offensive, the world became aware of the omnipresent nature of Russian war crimes. The Russian retreat exposed a raft…

Russia attacked multiple Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv, with strikes; North Korea explains its reasoning behind its recent missile launches; and a former Federal Reserve chairman won the Nobel Prize in economics. These stories highlight the Daily Rundown for Monday, Oct. 10, 2022. Russia launches strikes on Ukraine – At least eights people were killed and dozens…