#Geopolitical Strategy

[firstoccupier]

Trump's $50 Billion Decision: A Key Moment for Ukraine and U.S. Relations

Trump Faces Crucial Decision Over $50 Billion Ukraine Arms Deal Donald Trump, the 47th President of the United States, took office on January 20, 2025. He won the election on November 5, 2024, promising big changes. One of his boldest claims was that he would end the war in Ukraine by January 21, 2025. As many remember, this date came and went without any resolution to the ongoing…

[rightnewshindi]

ट्रंप ने थमाई 125% टैरिफ की तलवार, शी की तारीफ कर चौंकाया: क्या चीन की 84% जवाबी कार्रवाई से बदलेंगे समीकरण?

China-US Trade War: अमेरिका और चीन के बीच व्यापार युद्ध ने नया रंग ले ल���या है। अमेरिकी राष्ट्रपति डोनाल्ड ट्रंप ने चीन से आने वाले सामानों पर 125% का भारी-भरकम टैरिफ लगा दिया, तो चीन ने भी पलटवार करते हुए अमेरिकी उत्पादों पर 84% शुल्क ठोक दिया। इस तनाव के बीच ट्रंप ने चीन के राष्ट्रपति शी जिनपिंग की तारीफ कर सबको हैरान कर दिया। क्या यह ट्रंप की रणनीति का हिस्सा है या चीन की जवाबी चाल ने उन्हें…

[quillsword]

Oval Office Meltdown - Much Ado About... Something?

So, that was fun, huh? I waited to do this blog because it’s almost never useful to analyze fast moving events. When events are going fast, it’s best to rely on real reporters (the few that still exist) and let events shake out if at all possible. That’s not to criticize commentators that weighed in earlier. I’ve found a lot of that commentary very useful. Special nods to Bill O’Reilly and…

[narrative-theory]

New Multipolar World

Dawn of a Multipolar World?

[josephkravis]

Balancing Priorities: Aid to Ukraine and Domestic Needs

How do we balance foreign aid like the $725M to Ukraine with pressing domestic needs? A thoughtful look at priorities, strategy, and sustainability.

A visual metaphor for balancing global commitments with local responsibilities. What’s On My Mind Today? 🤔 The announcement by Secretary Antony Blinken of $725 million in additional aid to Ukraine got me thinking. On one hand, it’s another big step in the ongoing commitment to support Ukraine’s sovereignty against Russian aggression. On the other hand, it raises questions—practical ones—about…

[rodaportal]

Viktor Orbán’s Call for Ceasefire: Global Context

Join us as we explore Viktor Orbán’s urgent call for a ceasefire and peace talks in the midst of the Ukraine conflict. 🌍✌️ Featuring powerful insights from global leaders like Ursula von der Leyen, Antony Blinken, Jens Stoltenberg, Donald Trump, and Vladimir Putin, this video dives deep into the complexities of achieving global peace. Don't miss this critical discussion!

Watch now 👉 Viktor Orbán’s Call for Ceasefire: Global Context

📌 Highlights: 🔹 Viktor Orbán on the urgency of peace 🔹 Ursula von der Leyen on independence and freedom 🔹 Antony Blinken’s support for Ukraine 🔹 Jens Stoltenberg on NATO’s strength 🔹 Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin’s perspectives

[kesarijournal]

India's Space Ambitions: A Celestial Tango

In a move that’s less about stepping on toes and more about moonwalking in zero gravity, India has declared its space sector a free-for-all cosmic playground. With the announcement of 100% foreign direct investment in satellite component manufacturing, India is not just opening its doors; it’s removing them entirely. The message is loud and clear: “Welcome to the Grand Indian Space Bazaar, Elon…

[noosphe-re]

Brinkmanship is the practice of trying to achieve an advantageous outcome by pushing dangerous events to the brink of active conflict. The maneuver of pushing a situation with the opponent to the brink succeeds by forcing the opponent to back down and make concessions rather than risk engaging in a conflict that would no longer be beneficial to either side. That might be achieved through diplomatic maneuvers, by creating the impression that one is willing to use extreme methods rather than concede. The tactic occurs in international politics, foreign policy, labor relations, contemporary military strategy (by involving the threat of nuclear weapons), terrorism, and high-stakes litigation.

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[triangle-strategy-notes]

Piccoletta Concept Art

Piccoletta's concept art! Translation notes and image id under the cut.

Translation notes:

"Yoshitaka Amano" was literally "Amano-sensei." I wanted to convey the respect of the honorific and just "Amano" felt too casual, so I used his full name to sort of make it more formal.

The note about "sparkle charms in her hair" was a little hard to parse - the really literal translation seems to be something like "hair sparkles in charmies" which could theoretically mean "she has charming sparkles in her hair" or "she has sparkle charmies in her hair" or "her hair is charmed to have sparkles in it." I really wasn't sure either way.

"Face of a little imp" was a line that was kind of difficult to make out (just small handwriting). There was definitely something about a little devil/imp, but I wasn't 100% sure about the rest.

"Snobbish" was literally "she turns up her nose" or "her nose turns up". It might have been literally talking about her nose being upturned/pointy, but given the other bullet points, I'm assuming here that it was more talking about her personality.

Image id:

[id: Two pages from the Triangle Strategy artbook about Piccoletta. The first has two versions of her canon portrait, one colored and one uncolored. There is a note at the bottom that reads, "We gave her a more showy design than the main characters since she's a different sort of class. The tentative alias we gave her was "Item Thrower," so looks like we gave her a ball to hold (laughs). (Tatsuaki Urushihara)". On the second page, there are several illustrations of Piccoletta. One note points out her lacy skirt that goes under her dress, and another piece of text labels her boots as "leather." Next to a few drawings of her face, one of which seems to be pouting or reprimanding, there are the bullet points "Face of a little imp," "Precocious young girl," "Snobbish," "Mischevious," and "Paints face white". There is also a note that reads, "Sparkle charms in her hair." Next to a small drawing of her juggling, it says, "Throws all sorts of things". There is also a note that reads, "Item Thrower Character". On the second half of the page, there are more drawings of Piccoletta with a more typical medieval hairstyle. Her skirt is again labeled, and there's another note about her being "a precocious girl." At the bottom of the page there is another note that reads, "I wasn't conscious of it at the time, but this design might have borrowed from the style of Yoshitaka Amano's Final Fantasy art. (Tatsuaki Urushihara)". /end id]

[hisradiantfire]

Disbelief, Reactions to MLK Jr.

In this thought-provoking episode, we confront the uncomfortable truths surrounding Martin Luther King Jr. and the broader implications of deception in both the Church and society. Join Christopher as he delve into the journey of discovering hidden narratives and the impact of misinformation on our understanding of historical figures. Through personal reflections and insightful thoughts, we explore the importance of truth, the consequences of ignorance, and the necessity for deeper biblical knowledge in navigating today's complex spiritual landscape.

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[firstoccupier]

Philippines and Taiwan: Navigating Geopolitical Tensions

Review of Michael Turton’s Article on Taiwan’s Strategic Importance In a thought-provoking article, Notes from Central Taiwan: Gaming the Wrong War, Michael Turton delves into the escalating concerns surrounding the Philippines’ potential involvement in a future conflict over Taiwan amid rising tensions between the United States and China. Taiwan is positioned as a crucial focal point for a…

[where-the-water-flows]

I just spent half an hour thinking tomorrow was wednesday, and being like jesus fucking christ this week has been nine million years long already how are we not already even halfway through, only to realise that I just finished wednesday.

so uh, yeah, this week huh? sure is! a thing we are all experiencing!

[allaboutforexworld]

Trade Gaps in Forex Market

The forex market, known for its high volatility and liquidity, presents numerous opportunities for traders to capitalize on price movements. One such opportunity arises from trade gaps. Understanding and effectively trading these gaps can significantly enhance a trader’s profitability. This article delves into the concept of trade gaps, exploring their causes, types, and strategies for trading…

[littlebellesmama]

Embargo and Sanction: What They Mean and Who They Affect

Embargoes and sanctions are powerful tools that governments and international organizations use to influence or punish nations without resorting to armed conflict. Though the terms are sometimes used interchangeably, they describe different approaches with shared goals: to change behavior, uphold global norms, and protect national interests. An embargo is like a total blackout. One nation, or…

[munaeem]

Tehran Under Siege: Is This the Start of an All-Out War?

The air feels thick with the weight of breaking news, like the moment you hear thunder and know the storm’s already here. I’m scrolling X, and the posts are a chaotic mix of fear, bravado, and memes about World War III. It’s hard to look away. We’re at a crossroads in the Middle East, where every missile and every word could tip the scales toward catastrophe or just another tense standoff. The…

[certivo]

China’s Rare Earth Strategy: Global Impact & 2025 Export Controls Explained

🔍 What’s Inside This Clip:

How China gained rare earth dominance from the 1990s onward

Strategic advantages: subsidies, low costs, and aggressive pricing

2010 Japan export restriction and its geopolitical shockwave

April 2025: China restricts 7 critical rare earth exports

Why the world is racing to diversify rare earth supply chains

🎯 Don’t miss this critical insight on global resource power plays.

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