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Simon Sebag Montefiore: After Assad

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 1247 implied HN points • 09 Dec 24
🌍 World Politics Middle East Conflicts Governance Revolution Human Rights
  1. The Assad dynasty ruled Syria for 53 years with extreme violence and family power struggles, resembling a mix of Mafia operations and royal court intrigue. This brutal regime led to significant suffering and loss of life in the country.
  2. Bashar al-Assad's regime faced major uprisings during the Arab Spring, resulting in a horrific and bloody response that left around 600,000 Syrians dead. The backing of allies like Iran and Russia helped him maintain power amidst chaos.
  3. Recent events show a dramatic change as statues of Assad are toppled, prisons are opened, and many oppressors are fleeing. However, while this moment brings hope, the uncertainty of the future still looms large in the Middle East.

SITREP 7/4/23: Final Hour of Zelensky's Terror Ploy

Simplicius's Garden of Knowledge • 7933 implied HN points • 04 Jul 23
🌍 World Politics Military Conflicts Diplomacy Espionage International Organizations
  1. Zelensky may be planning a falseflag at the ZNPP to galvanize NATO members before the summit.
  2. Western MSM articles are discussing the potential fallout from a disaster at the Ukrainian nuclear plant.
  3. There are concerns about Russian forces massing around Kharkiv for a potential counterattack.

Aces and Eights

imetatronink • 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.
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First US Deaths in the 2024 Counter-Piracy Campaign

CDR Salamander • 1257 implied HN points • 16 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Military Conflicts United States Iran Yemen
  1. Two Navy SEALs lost in a ship-boarding operation near Somalia while searching for suspected Iranian weapons
  2. The Gulf of Aden is a significant body of water where attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea occur
  3. There is concern about escalating tensions and the need to intercept ships transporting weapons to prevent attacks

The West is Sleepingwalking into Major Wars - Alastair Crooke, Alexander Mercouris & Glenn Diesen

Glenn’s Substack • 179 implied HN points • 19 Jun 24
🌍 World Politics Conflicts International relations Geopolitics Military Affairs Diplomacy
  1. The West is not fully aware of the risks it faces, which could lead to major conflicts.
  2. Ignoring signs of rising tensions might result in bigger problems for everyone.
  3. It's important for leaders to engage in dialogue and understand global dynamics better to avoid war.

An Israel-Palestine Reading List

Glenn Loury • 793 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
📚 Literature Conflicts History Politics Middle East Books Israel-Palestine conflict History Colonialism Politics Middle East
  1. The reading list on Israel-Palestine conflict includes diverse perspectives and historical accounts from authors like Norman Finkelstein, Rashid Khalidi, and Benny Morris.
  2. The list delves into topics such as the historical roots of conflict, political dimensions, peace efforts, and the impact on Palestinian society.
  3. Authors like Avi Shlaim and Michael Oren provide insights into strategies, regional context, and key personalities during significant events like the Six-Day War.

Gaza update: October 9 2023

Foreign Exchanges • 1356 implied HN points • 10 Oct 23
🌍 World Politics Gaza Israel Lebanon Conflicts
  1. Israeli military has imposed a complete siege on Gaza with no access to essential supplies like electricity, food, water, and gas.
  2. Intense and indiscriminate airstrikes have caused significant casualties in both Israel and Gaza, escalating tensions.
  3. Hostage situation in Gaza complicates the conflict, with little progress in negotiations or truce talks between Hamas and Israeli officials.

Biden Says The US "Does Not Seek Conflict In The Middle East" While Actively Dropping Bombs There

Caitlin’s Newsletter • 1522 implied HN points • 03 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Middle East US government Warfare Conflicts Geopolitics
  1. The US administration is actively dropping bombs in the Middle East while claiming not to seek conflict there.
  2. The US military strikes have been described as 'retaliatory' despite lacking evidence linking Iran to the attacks.
  3. The US empire continuously engages in conflict in the Middle East, despite claiming to not seek conflict and painting itself as a victim.

Winter is Coming

Diane Francis • 959 implied HN points • 23 Nov 23
🌍 World Politics Geopolitics Conflicts International relations Security Issues European Politics
  1. Ukrainian President Zelensky warned that Russian forces are planning to attempt a coup in Ukraine by the end of 2023. He has already survived multiple assassination attempts.
  2. Zelensky stressed the importance of Ukraine's fight for freedom, stating that a Russian victory would threaten NATO countries like the Baltics and Poland.
  3. He urged global powers like China and the U.S. to pressure Russia to stop its aggression, highlighting the need for unity among Ukrainians and their allies.

Ukrainian General Syrskyi Describes Aims and Goals of Kursk Operation in First-Ever CNN Interview

Glen’s Substack • 39 implied HN points • 06 Sep 24
🌍 World Politics International relations Military Strategy Conflicts Diplomacy Geopolitics
  1. Ukrainian General Syrskyi explained that the Kursk operation aims to stop Russian forces from launching new attacks and to boost Ukrainian morale.
  2. He noted that Ukrainian troops have successfully halted Russian advances in the Pokrovsk direction, showing that their strategy is working.
  3. Syrskyi emphasized the need for Ukraine to be smarter in warfare due to Russia's material advantages, focusing on effective tactics and high-tech weaponry.

"Damn the Jews!"

Kevin’s Newsletter • 511 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Conflicts Public Opinion Geopolitics International relations Humanitarian Issues
  1. The Houthi movement in Yemen is popular for opposing Israeli actions in Gaza and has support across West Asia and North Africa.
  2. US public opinion is divided on Middle East policy, with many Americans favoring a ceasefire in Gaza and opposing further Middle East wars.
  3. The Houthi slogan, particularly the phrase 'a curse upon the Jews,' may pose a PR problem in the US and alternative translations are being considered.

Houthi and the Blown Ships

Murtaza Hussain • 511 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Conflicts International Law Global Economy Middle East Humanitarian Crisis
  1. Houthi attacks on shipping in the Red Sea have significantly impacted global economy and shipping insurance rates.
  2. U.S. faces a challenge in dealing with the Houthis due to their adaptability and the potential need for a regime change operation in Yemen.
  3. Focus should be on addressing conditions that fuel violence and moving conflicts to the political realm, rather than moralizing about 'Good Guys' and 'Bad Guys.'

"Israel is heading towards street battles between the far right and families of hostages"

Informer • 235 implied HN points • 05 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Conflicts Governance Diplomacy Military Human Rights
  1. Israel's political class is preparing for early elections as unity in politics fades.
  2. The tension in Israel is escalating as families of hostages demand their return over the war objective of 'destroying Hamas'.
  3. Recent incidents and realizations are exposing the truth behind the war in Israel, leading to potential street battles and difficult political decisions.

«Я не боюсь понести ответственность, если это необходимо»

Faridaily • 373 implied HN points • 17 Feb 23
🌍 World Politics Government Conflicts International relations Leadership Foreign Policy
  1. Robert Shlegel, a former Russian politician, spoke out against the war in Ukraine after years of silence.
  2. Shlegel expressed regret for past decisions and is unafraid of facing consequences for his current actions.
  3. He believes that change in the current regime in Russia may only occur over time due to internal and external pressures.

How to process news of the Israel-Hamas conflict

The Ruffian • 301 implied HN points • 01 Nov 23
🌍 World Politics Conflicts Global relations Information processing
  1. Processing news about the Israel-Hamas conflict can be challenging due to its complex moral aspects and historical context.
  2. The conflict is rooted in decades and centuries of contested history that many people may not fully understand.
  3. Global polarization and misinformation make it difficult to get an accurate picture of the Israel-Hamas situation.

王向偉：台海開戰？中美急需達成新共識 驅散戰爭陰霾

Wang Xiangwei's Thought of the Day on China • 176 implied HN points • 11 Jul 23
🌍 World Politics Geopolitics International relations Conflicts Diplomacy Leadership
  1. China is intensifying military preparations to potentially attack Taiwan, raising concerns internationally.
  2. It is important for Taiwan's future leaders to avoid policies or actions seen as promoting independence to prevent conflict in the Taiwan Strait.
  3. Reaching a new consensus between China and the U.S. on the Taiwan issue is crucial to avoid war and dispel the shadow of conflict.

Mr. Putin: Every "Window" Will Shoot

Diane Francis • 599 implied HN points • 24 Jan 22
🌍 World Politics International relations Conflicts Geopolitics Public Protests Political corruption
  1. In 2014, many Ukrainians protested against corruption and Russian influence. They showed bravery by standing up to police and risking their safety.
  2. The situation escalated when Russian snipers killed protesters. This tragic event caused many more people to join the protests.
  3. As a result of the protests, the president aligned with Putin fled, and Russian forces began moving into Ukraine.

A Few Russian Heroes

Diane Francis • 319 implied HN points • 26 Feb 22
🌍 World Politics International relations Conflicts Courage Protest Movements Media Coverage
  1. Brave Russians are protesting against the war in Ukraine, showing great courage despite the risks. Their actions reflect the desire for peace and resistance to government oppression.
  2. The invasion of Ukraine is portrayed as a serious threat to the country's identity, culture, and democracy. This highlights the importance of standing up against aggression and supporting those in need.
  3. The media focuses on the courage of Ukrainians, but it's also important to recognize those in Russia who oppose the war. Their struggles remind us that not all voices are in agreement with their government's actions.

On the limits of utility theory

Sam’s Newsletter • 58 implied HN points • 05 Apr 23
🔬 Science Theory Decision-making Artificial Intelligence Creativity Conflicts
  1. Utility theory is a powerful tool in academic fields like decision theory and economics, explaining human behavior based on preferences and optimization.
  2. Utility theory, while universal in application, has limitations when it comes to conflicting preferences that require creativity to resolve.
  3. Applying utility theory to scenarios like AGIs, which involve conflicting desires and behaviors, may result in unrealistic models and outcomes.

Merging Can Be Made Eventually Consistent

Bram’s Thoughts • 19 implied HN points • 18 Dec 23
🕹 Technology Version Control Conflicts UX Distributed Systems
  1. In distributed version control, there's a way to ensure consistent merging regardless of the order merges are done.
  2. File states can be represented as a set of line positions with generation counts to determine the winning state during merging.
  3. Handling conflicts in merging requires presenting changes in the order they'll appear to everyone, not based on 'local' or 'remote' changes.

A Brief History of Ukraine

The Corbett Report • 18 implied HN points • 19 Feb 24
💾 History World Politics Conflicts Nationalism Independence
  1. The history of Ukraine is highly contested and has been weaponized by various forces in political conflicts.
  2. The study of history has real-world consequences, influencing political conflicts and justifying territorial claims.
  3. Ukrainian history is complex and tells a story of centuries-long struggles for independence, involving outside powers and leading to modern conflicts.

Thư ngỏ gửi bà Tôn Nữ Thị Ninh

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 39 implied HN points • 08 Jun 16
🌍 World Politics Policy Diplomacy Conflicts Human Rights International relations
  1. Students nowadays have access to diverse opinions and can develop their critical thinking skills.
  2. Society has evolved to allow for more open and multidimensional discussions compared to the past.
  3. Debates like the Bob Kerrey issue at Fulbright University can offer valuable lessons in critical thinking for students in Vietnam.

Medvedev Warns Russia Has 'No Choice' But To Unleash Nuclear 'Apocalypse' If Attacked By NATO

Global Community Weekly (GloCom) • 0 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Conflicts Nuclear Weapons Foreign Relations
  1. Former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev warned of a nuclear 'apocalypse' if NATO attacks Russia. He stated that Russia will use ballistic and cruise missiles with special warheads in response.
  2. Medvedev criticized Western leaders for urging war preparations against Russia, calling it 'dangerous drivel'. He accused NATO of trying to bolster support for Ukraine while ignoring domestic issues.
  3. There are rising fears of potential 'proxy war' escalating into direct conflict between Russia and NATO. Moscow has accused Western intelligence of aiding attacks, leading to heightened tensions.