Investigative Conflict Reporting Since 2013
Fiction Reader Discretion Advised The U.S. has drastically reduced its support for NATO and Ukraine, redirecting military resources inward to focus on “America First” priorities. European allies, previously dependent on the robust support of the U.S., find themselves scrambling to fill the gap. Eastern Europe is the first to feel the seismic shift; with American…
Foreign interference, particularly from Russia and Iran, played a pivotal role in shaping public opinion leading up to the 2024 election and likely contributed to what appears to be a Trump victory. On Election Day, over 40 bomb threats targeted polling locations in Democratic-leaning areas across five swing states, including Georgia, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. These…
Elections in the United States go beyond domestic policy; they have a significant impact on global conflicts and international relations, making them crucial to understanding and managing the broader geopolitical landscape. The outcome of U.S. presidential elections often sets the tone for the country’s approach to geopolitics, diplomacy, and military engagement. From how aid is…
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced the elimination of two key terrorist figures on separate fronts. In a coordinated series of airstrikes, the Israeli Air Force (IAF) targeted and successfully neutralized prominent operatives from Hezbollah in Lebanon and Islamic Jihad in Gaza, both of whom were directly involved in orchestrating attacks against Israel. In southern…
Mounting pressures at home and abroad are severely limiting Tehran’s ability to respond forcefully to external threats, particularly concerning Israel. Domestically, the regime is contending with widespread anti-government protests. Economic hardship, political repression, and frustration over corruption have fueled ongoing demonstrations, making it difficult for authorities to maintain control. Despite using security forces like the…
Ethiopia’s Tigray War has left a devastating impact on the country, rooted in deep political tensions between the Ethiopian government and the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF), the dominant political force in the Tigray region. The conflict escalated due to long-standing grievances, power struggles, and ethnic divisions. The TPLF had been a central power in…
In Nigeria, 29 children are facing the death penalty due to their involvement in protests related to the country’s growing economic crisis. The protests, which have emerged as a response to the escalating cost of living, reflect the deep frustrations of a population struggling with rising inflation, unemployment, and poverty. These children, aged between 14…
Tensions in the Middle East have reached new heights, with significant developments involving Israel, Iran, and Lebanon. On October 26, Israel launched a series of airstrikes targeting Iranian military sites, a notable escalation as Israel openly claimed responsibility for the attacks. This was the first time Israel had acknowledged striking Iranian targets so directly, marking…
The conflict in Ukraine has escalated significantly, with new developments further complicating the already volatile situation. Russian forces continue to target Ukraine with drone strikes, leading to widespread damage in Kyiv. On November 2, a large-scale drone assault left parts of the capital in ruins, with debris from downed drones striking six districts. Ukrainian air…
Donald Trump’s appeal to his base has been built on a carefully crafted narrative that paints him as a champion of the average American, an outsider battling a corrupt political system, and someone willing to take bold, often controversial, action to achieve his goals. However, many of his claims about his achievements and policies do…
