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By Alexander Turner* In 2002, President George W. Bush’s State of the Union address introduced the world to the concept of the “Axis of Evil,” a term that became synonymous with nations deemed threatening to international stability. Fast forward to the present day, and echoes of this phrase reverberate through

By Daniel Robinson* President Biden faces a critical juncture in his administration’s approach to Iran, particularly regarding the “shadow war” playing out across the Middle East. This complex conflict, characterized by covert operations, proxy clashes, and simmering tensions, presents a significant foreign policy challenge with far-reaching implications. The Evolving Battlefield

By The Smartencyclopedia Staff  In recent years, the five Arctic Coastal states—Canada, Denmark, Norway, Russia, and the United States—have embarked on extensive bathymetric and geologic research in the Arctic Ocean. This concerted effort has ignited discussions that go beyond scientific exploration, leading to debates about the potential extension of national

By José Carlos Palma* The recent U.S.-led airstrikes against Houthi targets in Yemen have unleashed a ripple effect with far-reaching consequences, amplifying the intricate geopolitical dynamics that already define the Middle East. As the echoes of conflict reverberate globally, it becomes imperative to dissect the multifaceted repercussions of this military

By The Smartencyclopedia Staff &Agencies ExxonMobil’s Influence in South America Sparks Tensions: A Tale of Oil, Sovereignty, and Referendums” Introduction: The recent referendum held in Venezuela on December 3, 2023, over the disputed Essequibo region has intensified tensions in South America, with ExxonMobil at the center of the storm. As Venezuelan

By The Smartencyclopedia Staff &Agencies Henry Kissinger, a key figure in U.S. foreign policy during the administrations of Presidents Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford, passed away at the age of 100 on Wednesday, as announced by his consulting firm. Known for his influential role in orchestrating the United States’ withdrawal from

Russia will revoke the ratification of the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty (CTBT) to put itself on par with the United States, but will only resume nuclear tests if Washington does it first, a senior Russian diplomat said Tuesday. The CTBT bans all nuclear explosions anywhere in the world, although

‘Strategic failure’: Top US general regrets the way Afghan war ended Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark Milley has expressed deep remorse regarding the conclusion of the US war in Afghanistan, emphasizing that it did not align with the desired outcome. The top-ranking general openly acknowledged that,

By José Carlos Palma * The threats posed by Iran-backed militias to U.S. forces in Syria serve as a stark reminder of the intricate geopolitics at play in the region. The involvement of Iran and its proxy groups further complicates an already complex situation in Syria, where multiple actors pursue

By José Carlos Palma* In the annals of espionage, few stories have captured the public’s imagination quite like the Illegals Program, a Russian spy ring that operated covertly in the United States for several years. With its web of clandestine operatives operating under false identities, the Illegals Program brought to