Myanmar’s post-coup war has hardened into a brutal stalemate: the junta holds the central cities through terror and conscription, while a fractured resistance controls much of the periphery but faces donor fatigue and ammunition strain. Operation 1027 and a scam-and-narcotics war economy have reshaped incentives. China is now leaning on all sides to protect its border and Indian Ocean access. Is Myanmar heading for fragmentation, or a new, workable unity in 2026?

Kicking off our first livestream of 2026, we’re breaking down Iran’s armed forces: how they’re structured, what they can actually do, and what they’re built for. We’ll cover command and control, basing, suppliers, and where real combat power sits across missiles, air defence, drones, naval forces, SOF, and internal security.

The next chapter of the most comprehensive study of the armed forces of Central Asia, this time, focusing on The Armed Forces of Uzbekistan.

Once central to WWII victory and Cold War deterrence, strategic bombers remain vital for the US, Russia, and China. From precision strikes to missile salvos and secondary strike roles, each employs them differently. With all three developing next-gen platforms, their impact on airpower and balance in 2025 is now in sharp focus.

A lot has changed since we last looked at a China–Taiwan conflict. So today, we’re breaking out the maps and spreadsheets to dive into the newest studies, and the fresh set of challenges Beijing would face if it tried to cross the strait.

With Cyprus having now been divided for decades, and Turkey growing ever more assertive in the region, we bring together experts to examine Ankara’s position on the island, the potential consequences if it resorted to force, and why, despite its military strength, a renewed conflict may not play out in Turkey’s favour.

As drone warfare rapidly reshapes battlefields from Ukraine to Africa, understanding how doctrines diverge across theatres has never been more critical. To explore this shift, we assembled a panel of experts on modern warfare to examine the evolving role of drones in contemporary conflict.

With Georgia’s government leaning closer to Russia and Abkhazia increasingly pushing back, a new and volatile dynamic is emerging in the Caucasus. As Moscow deepens its grip and local resistance grows, the region may be heading toward another inflection point, with implications not just for Georgia, but for Russia’s broader posture in Ukraine and beyond.

Examining where Moscow has commanded bases from 1946 to the present day, which ones have closed down, which remain operational, and where Moscow is currently negotiating to establish new bases. We also take a deep dive into the purpose and functionality of each installation and why Russia has adopted its current strategy abroad.

As the perpetual battle for control of the eastern provinces of the DRC rages on, international alliances are beginning to shift, and new powers are starting to gain previously unseen footholds.

Ever wondered how military analysts pinpoint secret bases across Russia and China? In this Patreon exclusive, we dive into the world of open-source intelligence.

London still claims Britain's future lies in the Indo-Pacific, but do the finances and decisions agree with the statement?

Through one of our contacts in Russia, we have managed to acquire a packet of Russian Ministry of Defence documents smuggled out of Moscow.

As the war in Ukraine grinds into its third year, Russia’s manpower strategy appears to be becoming increasingly desparate.

As the arctic heats up, so do the geopolitical ambitions of the Arctic states, with the US, Russia and China all now moving into the area.

Timor-Leste stands at a crossroads, grappling with the legacies of Indonesian occupation, economic dependence on dwindling oil reserves.

With Russia becoming increasingly desperate for recruits, the Kremlin is being forced to adapt its strategy and messaging.

Unpacking the fall of the Assad government, and the tactics, timelines and policies that flipped an over decade old civil war.

With U.S. Navy shipbuilding programs plagued by delays and cost overruns, but who is to blame, and how can the US. reverse the trend?

Part 2 of the Armed Forces of Central Asia Mini-Series, analysing the results of the research project's wargaming exercises.

Outlining the narrow set of keys that seperate the successful coups, from the one that end with everyone in prison.

With Karabakh now under Azerbaijani control and Russia distracted, Armenia is being forced to seek security elsewhere.

Chapter IV of The Oxus Society's comprehensie study into the Armed Forces of the Central Asia, focusing on Tajikistan.

In this Patreon exclusive, We explore the hypothetical scenario of China attempting to establish its own version of NATO.

What are the true economic advantages and drawbacks of conscription, can it serve as an effective deterrent in modern conflicts?

Chinese private security companies (PSCs) are beginning to expand their influence in the global security market, but what is Beijing's goal?

Venezuela's chaotic election has plunged the country into chaos, so what will it mean for the conflict with Guyana?

Examining the likely outcome of a Second Russo-Georgia War, and the lessons learned from 2008.

As the dust settles on South Africa's most important election since 1994, the country stands on an edge, with only 5 years to fix everything

Can the West counter China's dominance in critical rare earths and secure independent supply chains for vital defense technologies?

Profiling the handful of people surrounding Putin, and how they shape the future direction of Russia.

Explore Central Asia's military dynamics, starting with an in-depth look at Tajikistan's defense landscape.

As sanctions continue to hurt the Russian economy, China seeks to convert Russia's troubles into strategic leverage here in East Asia.

Analysing the Russian Invasion Plans for the Baltics and Finland: Unpacking How Ukraine Has Impacted the Russian Armed Forces

Will Prabowo's presidency redefine Indonesia's military strategy and regional power stance?

A crisis is brewing within Europe, as two of the most powerful militaries on the Italian peninsula prepare for a war centuries in the making

How does the covert small arms trade escalate global security threats, and how is Ukraine changing the global markets?"

Haiti's crisis rapidly worsens with gang violence and threats of civil war rising, will a foreign intervention be able restore stability?

Analysing the Soviet's Invasion Plans for Europe in 1979. Would the Soviets really be able to reach the Rhine in 7 days?

The world stands on the brink of a new era in nuclear warfare, attention now shifts to the United States' ambitious modernisation program.

Will Beijing's growing army of PMCs be able to surplant existing PMC outfits like Wagner or Academi here in Africa?

Can Poland secure Europe's East and mend EU tensions, or will underlying tensions and disputes set the two on a crash course in the future?

Can India supplant China as the world's next factory amid its economic complexities?

Italy is losing the fight against organized crime's grip on football: From match-fixing scandals to deep-seated corruption in the great game

Russia's Navy, with six fleets, faces resource strains amid Ukraine conflict, raising questions on future adaptations

2024 is set to bring us more elections than any other year in history, the outcomes of which, will directly impact nearly 2 Billion people.

Sudan's civil war escalates with RSF gains across the country, raising fears of state collapse in Sudan and widespread regional chaos.

Analysing the history, modernisation and strategic capabilities of the Uzbek Armed Forces.

Is the Junta's hold on power tenable if even one of their remaining few allies decides to turn away?

Argentina's incoming president has vowed to reclaim Falklands, but how likely is an actual invasion of the Falklands?