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How Strong is the Iranian Military - (Patreon Exclusive)
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.

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7 hours ago1 min read


The Armed Forces of Central Asia - Chapter IV: Uzbekistan (Report)
The next chapter of the most comprehensive study of the armed forces of Central Asia, this time, focusing on The Armed Forces of Uzbekistan.

The Red Line
Jan 63 min read


Wargaming: A Chinese Invasion of Taiwan (2025 Update) - (Patreon Exclusive)
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.

The Red Line
Aug 21, 20251 min read


Wargaming: A Turkish Invasion of Cyprus
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.

The Red Line
Aug 1, 20256 min read


How To Locate Military Bases Using OSINT - (Patreon Exclusive)
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.

The Red Line
Apr 15, 20251 min read


Frozen Flashpoints: Greenland, Svalbard, and the Next Arctic Standoff
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.

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Mar 12, 20255 min read


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

The Red Line
Nov 29, 20247 min read


Episode 123. What the Venezuelan Election Means for Essequibo
Venezuela's chaotic election has plunged the country into chaos, so what will it mean for the conflict with Guyana?

The Red Line
Aug 1, 20245 min read


Tajikistan and Regional Command Structures - The Armed Forces of Central Asia
Explore Central Asia's military dynamics, starting with an in-depth look at Tajikistan's defense landscape.

The Red Line
May 18, 20246 min read


Crashcourse: The Uzbek Armed Forces (Patreon Workshop)
Analysing the history, modernisation and strategic capabilities of the Uzbek Armed Forces.

The Red Line
Dec 21, 20231 min read
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