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imetatronink focuses on geopolitical events, military strategies, and the decline of American influence, emphasizing the evolving power dynamics with Russia, China, and Iran. It critiques NATO's effectiveness, US military capabilities, and the broader implications of conflicts like the war in Ukraine on global stability.

Geopolitics Military Strategy US Foreign Policy Russia-Ukraine Conflict NATO's Role and Challenges China and Iran's Geopolitical Moves American Imperialism Global Power Shifts Nuclear Strategy

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Empty Quiver

4324 implied HN points • 22 Dec 23
🌍 World Politics Military NATO Russian military
  1. Russian air defenses have demonstrated the ability to shoot down most types of strike missiles from the US/NATO.
  2. US/NATO precision-guided systems provided for Ukraine are the best they have, but not enough against Russian defenses.
  3. Pentagon must realize that conventional strike missile packages may not assure success against Russian defenses.
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No Dhowt

2574 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Military International Conflict
  1. The US Navy sent a SEAL team for a mission on a small 'ship'
  2. Questioning the rationale behind risking valuable assets for seizing such a vessel
  3. Implication of the mission being a setup leading to casualties

In for a Pound

2908 implied HN points • 24 Dec 23
🌍 World Politics Geopolitics NATO Russia International relations
  1. The article discusses the concept of 'In for a penny, in for a pound,' emphasizing finishing what was started.
  2. It critiques the idea of partitioning Ukraine between NATO and Russia as geopolitically incoherent.
  3. Putin's resolve in achieving his stated objectives in the Ukraine conflict is highlighted.

Little Stick

3262 implied HN points • 11 Dec 23
🌍 World Politics NATO Russia Military Allies
  1. Article 5 in NATO is not as effective in practice as it may seem in theory.
  2. Despite being part of NATO, many countries may not be willing or able to engage in real war situations.
  3. A potential conflict with Russia could have significant repercussions on global politics and military strength.

Aces and Eights

4107 implied HN points • 27 Oct 23
🌍 World Politics Military Conflicts Alliances
  1. The United States is amassing a large naval force in the eastern Mediterranean, Red, and Arabian seas, along with NATO nations and submarines.
  2. A significant military buildup indicates a potential impending conflict, likely targeting Iran and its allies.
  3. There is a high risk of conflict escalation, particularly considering the involvement of Russia and the strategic bases in Syria.

To Bluff or Not to Bluff

2417 implied HN points • 19 Nov 23
🌍 World Politics
  1. The USS Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group's position may not be accurately depicted on the map.
  2. If the USS Eisenhower enters the Persian Gulf, it signals a potential intention to engage with Iran.
  3. Staying in safe waters could indicate a desire to avoid escalating tensions with Iran.

Arch-Enemy

2456 implied HN points • 17 Nov 23
🌍 World Politics Traditional Values
  1. Vladimir Putin criticizes rejection of Christian values in Western civilization
  2. Putin warns of moral crisis due to denial of traditional identities
  3. Defending values and rights of majority is emphasized by Putin

Lords A'Leaping

2338 implied HN points • 20 Nov 23
🌍 World Politics Geopolitics International relations
  1. The author's genealogical roots trace back to the Channel Islands, Scottish Highlands, and County Clare, Ireland.
  2. The author expresses rebelliousness against imagined authority and disdain for the British aristocracy.
  3. The author critiques 'Lord Ashcroft's' call for the west to confront Russia, deeming it futile and akin to the Titanic's fate.

The Ashes Will Come First

4402 implied HN points • 04 Sep 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Analysis Election Policy Government Leadership
  1. Representative democracy in the US is irredeemably corrupted and an existential threat to the world.
  2. The American political system is controlled by powerful entities beyond individual elected officials.
  3. Change for the better in the US political landscape is unlikely, as the system continues to be driven by the interests of those in power.

Lost Cause Is in the Air

4756 implied HN points • 19 Aug 23
🌍 World Politics Geopolitics Conflict Military Strategies
  1. The narrative surrounding the NATO/Russia war in Ukraine has shifted towards a recognition that the cause may be lost.
  2. The western media is now acknowledging the harsh realities of the conflict, with accounts of Ukrainian struggles becoming prominent.
  3. There was a significant miscalculation in believing NATO's capabilities could overpower Russia in the conflict.

The Jig Is Up

5837 implied HN points • 14 Jul 23
🌍 World Politics Geopolitics Military Diplomacy
  1. Russia will achieve a decisive conclusion to the war on terms they dictate.
  2. NATO is shattered as a military alliance, also politically coming apart.
  3. US armaments supremacy myth exposed; decline of the empire accelerates.

Deus Ex Machina

1611 implied HN points • 09 Dec 23
📖 Philosophy Existence Ethics Reality Morality Perception
  1. The world is described as a place filled with engineered plagues and masks as symbols of love.
  2. There is a critique on society where the rich thrive and the poor are content with their circumstances.
  3. The text raises the idea that intelligence is now manufactured to serve human needs.

Blood Feud

1926 implied HN points • 13 Nov 23
🌍 World Politics Conflict Middle East Military Religion
  1. The conflict in the Holy Land is deeply rooted and complex, potentially leading to a 'Blood Feud.'
  2. Proposed solutions like a Two-State Solution and Pre-1967 Borders are widely debated.
  3. Israel's military strength may face challenges in a significant conflict involving global powers.

Staggering Towards the Abyss

4402 implied HN points • 29 Jul 23
🌍 World Politics Conflict Military Alliances Defense
  1. The US may struggle to establish air superiority against Russia due to Russian air defenses.
  2. American air power may not be able to sustain prolonged warfare against peer adversaries like Russia, China, or Iran.
  3. There is increasing military coordination between Russia, China, and Iran, hinting at joint defense against possible attacks.

Last Stop Before Willoughby

3400 implied HN points • 10 Aug 23
🌍 World Politics Military US Russia Conflict Strategy
  1. A single-shot military could disarm the West for a decade after a serious campaign.
  2. The US would struggle to sustain a large, intense campaign similar to the one seen in Ukraine.
  3. Russian military capabilities have shown the ability to counter US strike missiles, posing a significant challenge.

The Object of War

4107 implied HN points • 12 Jun 23
🌍 World Politics War NATO Ukraine Russia Territory
  1. In war, the focus should be on destroying the enemy army.
  2. The acquisition and retention of territory is not the primary measure of success in war.
  3. Effective warfare can involve fighting defensively to destroy enemy forces.

Christmas Medley

904 implied HN points • 23 Nov 23
🎶 Music
  1. Post about Christmas Medley with tunes for holiday enjoyment
  2. Author is William Schryver
  3. Includes a Tip Jar link for supporting the author

Ride Across the River

2535 implied HN points • 03 Mar 23
🌍 World Politics Conflict Military Strategy Propaganda
  1. Russian military strategy in the ongoing war in Ukraine focuses on attrition
  2. Ukrainian Armed Forces face significant challenges with depleted resources and ammunition shortages
  3. Speculation on potential Russian actions includes allowing a Ukrainian counter-offensive towards Crimea before a strategic Russian move

Turning Point

3793 implied HN points • 30 Sep 22
  1. A different kind of war is about to begin.
  2. Russian forces conducted a disciplined fighting retreat with severe losses for Ukrainian forces.
  3. Ukrainians have expended a significant portion of their army in the recent battles.

Fall Like A Thunderbolt

3341 implied HN points • 14 Sep 22
  1. Maskirovka is a Russian military deception strategy that incorporates a wide range of tactics to mislead the enemy.
  2. In the Battle of Kursk, the Soviets used maskirovka to conceal their preparations and confuse the Germans about their intentions and capabilities.
  3. The recent events in Ukraine show that Russia's use of maskirovka and strategic acumen should not be underestimated by Western powers.

Maneuver Warfare

2928 implied HN points • 04 Oct 22
  1. Great dangers can arise unexpectedly.
  2. Maneuver warfare involves strategic retreats followed by counterattacks.
  3. Deception and terrain manipulation can disorient and defeat an enemy.

Checkmate

1906 implied HN points • 20 Sep 22
  1. Certain regions will be re-assimilated into Russia.
  2. Russian military action in Ukraine will escalate.
  3. Defeat of NATO in Ukraine could lead to geopolitical consequences.