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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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