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Jan 13 • 24 tweets • 4 min read
Part 2: Greenland’s Future in the Arctic: Military, Resources, and Independence. 🧵👇 1/23.
1/In Part 1, we explored why Greenland is key to Arctic geopolitics. In Part 2, we’ll go deeper: military build-up, environmental risks, economic potential, and independence dreams. Why does Greenland matter so much? Let’s break it down.
Jan 6 • 26 tweets • 4 min read
What’s Happening in Europe and the World: How Submarine Cables Work and Why They Matter 🧵👇 1/23.
1/Did you know that 95% of global internet traffic relies on submarine cables?
Recent incidents in Europe and Asia like the Baltic Sea damage and Taiwan cable cuts highlight the importance and vulnerability of these hidden lifelines. Let’s break down how they work.
Jan 2 • 23 tweets • 4 min read
Trump, China, and the Panama Canal: Why This 50-Mile Waterway Still Rules the World 🌎⚓ 1/22👇
1/Donald Trump recently suggested the U.S. should "retake control of the Panama Canal."
Why? Because this 50-mile shortcut isn’t just about trade it’s a global chokepoint for power. Let’s explore how the canal shapes trade, military strategy, and geopolitics.👇
Dec 30, 2024 • 21 tweets • 4 min read
Why is everyone from Trump to China obsessed with Greenland and the Arctic? It’s not just ice and polar bears. It’s about power, money, and the future of the world. Here’s why the Arctic is the new battleground 🧵👇 1/20
1/The Arctic was once dismissed as a frozen wasteland. But today, it’s a geopolitical hotspot melting ice has unlocked new shipping routes, resources, and strategic opportunities. And with that comes competition sometimes cooperation, but mostly conflict.
Dec 11, 2024 • 23 tweets • 5 min read
The world is fixated on Taiwan, but the South China Sea (SCS) is where China is playing its long game. If you care about global trade, security, and geopolitics, this is the crisis you can't ignore. Let me break it down 👇 1/22
1/First, why does the South China Sea matter?
🔹 30% of global trade ($3.4T annually) flows through its waters.
🔹 It holds 11 billion barrels of oil & 190 trillion cubic feet of gas.
🔹 Fisheries here feed millions across Southeast Asia.
Nov 8, 2024 • 23 tweets • 4 min read
Thread: Russia's Satellite Challenges in Ukraine Conflict
Russia relies on satellite intelligence in Ukraine, but its limited, aging fleet and tech challenges make it tough to track Ukrainian defenses accurately. 🧵⬇️ 1/22
1/Russia has around 100 military or dual-use satellites, but only 19 are for Earth observation. Many others are for communications or navigation, limiting their impact on battlefield intelligence collection. This creates challenges in tracking Ukraine’s mobile defenses.
Oct 19, 2024 • 18 tweets • 3 min read
A simulation by the Center on New Generation Warfare predicts a possible Russian attack on NATO's eastern flank in 2027, focusing on Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia. The scenario shows critical vulnerabilities in NATO’s defense. Here's what it reveals and what needs to change. 🧵
2/According to the simulation, NATO could take up to ten days to invoke Article 5 and respond, leaving the Baltic states vulnerable to a Russian offensive from Kaliningrad and Belarus.
Oct 12, 2024 • 17 tweets • 3 min read
There’s talk about the potential U.S. deployment of the THAAD missile defense system in Israel. But what is THAAD, and why does it matter? Here’s a detailed breakdown of the system and what it means for defense
1/THAAD stands for Terminal High Altitude Area Defense. It’s a system designed to intercept and destroy ballistic missiles during their final stage of flight, right before they hit their target.
Aug 28, 2024 • 22 tweets • 3 min read
How Russia, through Wagner Group, increased its influence in Africa, challenging France’s historical dominance. 1/21 🧵
1/For decades, France maintained a stronghold in West and Central Africa, leveraging colonial ties and a network of military bases, economic agreements, and political alliances to exert influence
Aug 10, 2024 • 19 tweets • 4 min read
🧵Thread: Iran’s Military and Nuclear Capabilities: A Detailed Assessment of the Threat to Israel.
1/25 1/ Iran’s military and nuclear capabilities have become a focal point of concern for Israel and the broader Middle East. With the development of increasingly sophisticated missile technology and the advancement of its nuclear program, Iran poses a direct and growing threat to Israel's security. As tensions continue to escalate, understanding the specifics of Iran's military potential is crucial to assessing the risks of a potential conflict.
Jul 12, 2024 • 17 tweets • 3 min read
🧵 Thread: The State of the Russian Economy in 2024
1/16 1/ Sanctions Impact: Western sanctions, intensified due to the Ukraine war, have severely restricted Russia's access to global markets technology, and financial systems. This has hampered economic growth and increased isolation
Jun 17, 2024 • 11 tweets • 2 min read
Thread: The Russian Economy During and After the Ukraine War 2/ Since the onset of the Ukraine war, Russia has faced severe economic sanctions from Western countries, leading to significant disruptions in trade, banking, and investment. These sanctions have targeted key sectors such as oil and gas, finance, and technology.
Jun 15, 2024 • 15 tweets • 2 min read
Thread about the Ukrainian economy and their challenges. :
2/Ukraine faces numerous significant challenges in maintaining its economy during the ongoing war. These challenges are multifaceted, impacting various sectors and aspects of daily life.
Jun 12, 2024 • 7 tweets • 2 min read
Thread: The suspension of trading in dollars and euros on the Moscow Exchange, coupled with the newly imposed U.S. sanctions, could have several significant impacts on Russia's economy: 2/ The inability to trade in major currencies like the dollar and euro on the Moscow Exchange will reduce liquidity in these currencies, making it more difficult for Russian businesses and individuals to access them,
This move is likely to put additional pressure on the ruble
Jun 7, 2024 • 10 tweets • 2 min read
Thread F-16 and Mirage 2000-5: The introduction of F-16 and Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets into Ukraine's air force could significantly enhance its defensive and offensive capabilities in the conflict with Russia. #France #Ukraine #Kyiv #Russia
2/Both the F-16 and Mirage 2000-5 are advanced multirole fighters capable of establishing air superiority. Their advanced radar systems, electronic warfare capabilities, and agility can help Ukraine challenge Russian air dominance.
#Frange #Kyiv #Russia