The hottest Borders Substack posts right now

Killing a cartel boss rarely ends the organization; it usually sparks a short-term surge in violence as rivals scramble to replace them.
Removing leaders often fragments criminal networks and can allow new, sometimes more aggressive groups to form in the aftermath.
Cross-border intelligence and political pressure can enable decapitation strikes, but public reactions, myth-making, and retaliatory attacks mean those operations alone rarely bring long-term stability.

Changing words and definitions is being used to shape reality in the media and politics.
The current situation at the southern border is seen as an invasion due to the influx of illegal aliens.
Failure to address issues with porous borders can lead to a rise in right-wing populism.

Putin loves Russia like Trump loves America; Russia is not our enemy.
Both Putin and Tucker advocate for secure borders.
Discussions around Ukraine and bioresearch facilities involve prominent figures like Hunter Biden, Jeffrey Epstein, and others.

The author reflects on the concept of borders and how arbitrary they can be, especially after visiting Cyprus.
The author discusses the idea of storytelling in personal experiences and how old narratives may no longer serve us.
The journey in Cyprus helps the author come to terms with grief and the realization that quests and borders can be symbolic rather than definitive.

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The legitimacy of borders needs to be established before discussing how to manage them.
There are arguments that support completely open borders, such as the practical case made by George Mason economist Bryan Caplan.
Some academics have done serious work on making a practical and ethical case for completely open borders.

Patriotism has evolved and may not always align with personal priorities or realities.
Globalization has blurred traditional boundaries, impacting the concept of patriotism.
Balancing patriotism with a broader global perspective can lead to a more inclusive future.

Russian authorities are creating a comprehensive database of military conscripts to facilitate faster mobilization if needed.
Various government agencies will share citizen data to populate the database, including information on residence, health, employment, and more.
The new system aims to prevent mistakes and improve efficiency during mobilization, making it harder to evade military service.