Nick is a Marine Corps Officer with an Air Defense and Air Command and Control background. He holds a Bachelor's in International Relations, as well as a Master's of Science in Applied Intelligence.
Israel
+5
Mar 31, 2026
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9 min read
What has happened, and what is next, after one month of Operation Epic Fury?
USA
Mar 26, 2026
7 min read
NASA's Ignition event revealed details for returning to the Moon, and Senator Mullin was confirmed as the new Secretary of Homeland Security.
Venezuela
+1
Mar 23, 2026
8 min read
Another MEU is on its way to Iran, and Venezuela commits to significant military reorganization.
China
+2
Mar 22, 2026
10 min read
The Philippines rejects China's claim on the Scarborough Shoal, US and Chinese diplomats talk trade in France, and the PLA has resumed Salami Slicing tactics around Taiwan.
Mar 19, 2026
Israel strikes Iranian leadership and energy infrastructure, the US intelligence community experiences a rift, and the Golden Dome project has identified its three primary contractors.
Mar 16, 2026
12 min read
Operation Epic Fury continues as the US strikes Kharg Island, the EU may release oil reserves, and the US is employing AI models to improve border security and Kill Chain efficiency.
Mar 15, 2026
The US and South Korea begin exercise Freedom Shield, while Chinese forces have exploited intelligence to harass Philippine naval vessels.
G7
Mar 12, 2026
Iran officially selects their new Supreme Leader as Operation Epic Fury continues, and the G7 meets in an emergency session to address a looming energy trade crisis.
Mar 9, 2026
17 min read
Operation Epic Fury continues in Iran, the EU launches Operation Aspides, and Trump hosts the inaugural Shield of the Americas Summit while reshaping DHS leadership.
Iran
Mar 5, 2026
The Department of War issued a brief on the "First 100 Hours" of Operation Epic Fury, and the conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan continues.
Mar 3, 2026
US and Israeli operations continue in Iran, resulting in the death of Supreme Leader Khamenei and more than 45 senior Iranian officials.
+3
Mar 1, 2026
Tensions remain high in the South China Sea due to Chinese incursions, and the US begins two large-scale exercises in the region.
Feb 28, 2026
11 min read
The US and Israel have conducted joint strikes on Iranian military and governmental sites, with early reporting indicating Iranian retaliation and the likelihood of a protracted conflict.
Russia
Feb 26, 2026
Deployments to Middle East suggest impending military action against Iran, NATO launches various exercises and military activities (particularly in the Arctic), and the US cattle herd hits a 70-year low.
Feb 22, 2026
Japan launches its first investment organized by the Trump and Takaichi trade agreement, and Xi Jinping makes a rare acknowledgment of purges.
Ukraine
Feb 19, 2026
13 min read
The third round of trilateral Ukraine negotiations conclude, the second round of Iran negotiations conclude, and Europe has approved sixteen SAFE loans.
+4
Feb 16, 2026
Vice President Vance visits Armenia and Azerbaijan, Secretary Rubio addressed the Munich Security Conference, and trilateral Ukraine peace talks continue in Switzerland this week.
Feb 15, 2026
Takaichi and the LDP dominate elections, Marines set up a FARP on Tinian, and China conducted its annual Taiwan Working Conference.
Feb 12, 2026
US and Iranian diplomats continue nuclear negotiations, the US Navy published new Fighting Instructions, and RTX was awarded five weapons procurement contracts.
Feb 9, 2026
Trump continues to use executive orders to shape foreign policy, Trump suggests abandoning New START for a new framework, and Trump reinforces US access to Diego Garcia.
Feb 8, 2026
Taiwan is modernizing its maritime sensor capabilities, Japan holds snap elections, and Russia formally supports China's claims on Taiwan.
Feb 5, 2026
Trump announces a trade deal with India, the US is diplomatically engaged with Colombia and Cuba, and Ukraine peace talks continue today.
Feb 2, 2026
Various defense contractors announce new procurement frameworks, and the likelihood of strikes against Iran grows.
Feb 1, 2026
Japan commits to confronting China over Taiwan, Xi Jinping continues his purge of elites, and Taiwanese legislative opposition propose their own version of a special defense budget.
EU
Jan 29, 2026
The EU and India reach a historic trade and security deal, NASA has fully prepped the Artemis II mission systems, and Trump threatens strikes on Iran if a nuclear deal is not reached.
