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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
2 days ago


Tilting on the edge? The future of Britain’s Indo-Pacific Strategy
London still claims Britain's future lies in the Indo-Pacific, but do the finances and decisions agree with the statement?
Gabriel Lane
Apr 4


We Acquired Blueprints for Russia’s Next-Gen Artillery System
Through one of our contacts in Russia, we have managed to acquire a packet of Russian Ministry of Defence documents smuggled out of Moscow.
The Red Line
Apr 1


The Changing Face of the "Typical Russian Soldier"
As the war in Ukraine grinds into its third year, Russia’s manpower strategy appears to be becoming increasingly desparate.
Ben Spencer
Mar 13


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.
The Red Line
Mar 12


Timor Leste's Fading Sunrise
Timor-Leste stands at a crossroads, grappling with the legacies of Indonesian occupation, economic dependence on dwindling oil reserves.
The Red Line
Jan 30


Rubles over Reverence: The Evolution of Russian Recruitment Messaging
With Russia becoming increasingly desperate for recruits, the Kremlin is being forced to adapt its strategy and messaging.
Ben Spencer
Jan 20


The Tactics and Timeline That Brought Down Assad - (Patreon Exclusive)
Unpacking the fall of the Assad government, and the tactics, timelines and policies that flipped an over decade old civil war.
The Red Line
Jan 13


Sunk Cost: The US. Navy's Shipbuilding Crisis
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?
The Red Line
Dec 26, 2024


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, 2024


A Step-by-Step Guide for Carrying Out Coups - (Patreon Exclusive)
Outlining the narrow set of keys that seperate the successful coups, from the one that end with everyone in prison.
The Red Line
Nov 17, 2024


Episode 126. Armenia's Changing Relationship with Russia
With Karabakh now under Azerbaijani control and Russia distracted, Armenia is being forced to seek security elsewhere.
The Red Line
Oct 24, 2024


The Armed Forces of Central Asia: Chapter VI - Tajikistan (Report)
Chapter IV of The Oxus Society's comprehensie study into the Armed Forces of the Central Asia, focusing on Tajikistan.
The Red Line
Oct 13, 2024


Who Would Join a China-Led Security Alliance? - (Patreon Exclusive)
In this Patreon exclusive, We explore the hypothetical scenario of China attempting to establish its own version of NATO.
The Red Line
Sep 18, 2024


Episode 125. The Economics of Conscription
What are the true economic advantages and drawbacks of conscription, can it serve as an effective deterrent in modern conflicts?
The Red Line
Sep 17, 2024


Episode 124. The Rise of Chinese Private Security Companies (PSCs and PMCs)
Chinese private security companies (PSCs) are beginning to expand their influence in the global security market, but what is Beijing's goal?
The Red Line
Aug 27, 2024


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, 2024


Wargaming: A Second Russo-Georgian War - (Patreon Exclusive)
Examining the likely outcome of a Second Russo-Georgia War, and the lessons learned from 2008.
The Red Line
Jul 25, 2024


Episode 122. South Africa: Comeback or Collapse?
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
The Red Line
Jul 9, 2024


Episode 121. Rare Earth Elements: The Futile Fight Against China
Can the West counter China's dominance in critical rare earths and secure independent supply chains for vital defense technologies?
The Red Line
Jun 18, 2024


The Siloviki: Putin's Inner Circle - (Patreon Exclusive)
Profiling the handful of people surrounding Putin, and how they shape the future direction of Russia.
The Red Line
May 31, 2024


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, 2024


Episode 120. The Forced Friendship: Russia's Uneasy Alliance with China
As sanctions continue to hurt the Russian economy, China seeks to convert Russia's troubles into strategic leverage here in East Asia.
The Red Line
May 4, 2024


Mapping Russia's Offensive Capabilities (2024) - (Patreon Exclusive)
Analysing the Russian Invasion Plans for the Baltics and Finland: Unpacking How Ukraine Has Impacted the Russian Armed Forces
The Red Line
Apr 17, 2024


Episode 119. Indonesia's Defence Dilemma
Will Prabowo's presidency redefine Indonesia's military strategy and regional power stance?
The Red Line
Apr 16, 2024


Episode 118. San Marino vs. Italy
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
The Red Line
Apr 1, 2024


Episode 117. Equipping Your Insurgency: A Guide to the Small Arms Market
How does the covert small arms trade escalate global security threats, and how is Ukraine changing the global markets?"
The Red Line
Mar 26, 2024


Episode 116. Haiti: Cauldron of the Caribbean
Haiti's crisis rapidly worsens with gang violence and threats of civil war rising, will a foreign intervention be able restore stability?
The Red Line
Mar 8, 2024


Analysing the USSR's Invasion Plans for Europe - (Patreon Exclusive)
Analysing the Soviet's Invasion Plans for Europe in 1979. Would the Soviets really be able to reach the Rhine in 7 days?
The Red Line
Feb 25, 2024

Episode 115. The Future of Nuclear Warfare
The world stands on the brink of a new era in nuclear warfare, attention now shifts to the United States' ambitious modernisation program.
The Red Line
Feb 23, 2024


Beijing's Bagmen: The Discreet Growth of Chinese PMCs
Will Beijing's growing army of PMCs be able to surplant existing PMC outfits like Wagner or Academi here in Africa?
Jemima Pentreath
Feb 14, 2024


Episode 114. Poland: Europe's Eastern Shield
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?
The Red Line
Feb 10, 2024


Episode 113. Can India Replace China in the Global Supply Chain?
Can India supplant China as the world's next factory amid its economic complexities?
The Red Line
Jan 24, 2024


Foul Play: Mafia Interference in Italian Football
Italy is losing the fight against organized crime's grip on football: From match-fixing scandals to deep-seated corruption in the great game
Scott Mistler-Ferguson
Jan 15, 2024


Episode 112. Russia's Six Fleets: A Sinking Superpower
Russia's Navy, with six fleets, faces resource strains amid Ukraine conflict, raising questions on future adaptations
The Red Line
Jan 10, 2024


2024: The Year of Elections in South Asia
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.
Jamie Thannoo
Jan 4, 2024


Episode 111. The Splintering of Sudan
Sudan's civil war escalates with RSF gains across the country, raising fears of state collapse in Sudan and widespread regional chaos.
The Red Line
Dec 27, 2023


Crashcourse: The Uzbek Armed Forces (Patreon Workshop)
Analysing the history, modernisation and strategic capabilities of the Uzbek Armed Forces.
The Red Line
Dec 21, 2023


The One Friend Myanmar Can't Afford to Lose
Is the Junta's hold on power tenable if even one of their remaining few allies decides to turn away?
Gabriel Lane
Dec 12, 2023

Episode 110. Wargaming: Argentina Reinvades the Falklands
Argentina's incoming president has vowed to reclaim Falklands, but how likely is an actual invasion of the Falklands?
The Red Line
Dec 12, 2023


Episode 109. A Second Arab Spring: Imminent or Impossible?
Worsening metrics in the Middle East hint at a possible second Arab Spring, but Authoritarian's have spent the last decade preparing.
The Red Line
Nov 27, 2023


Taiwan: Warplan Analysis (Patreon Workshop)
Analysing the Wargames simulating an invasion of Taiwan by the People's Republic of China, and using ecnomics, defence production figures.
The Red Line
Nov 16, 2023


Episode 108. Extrajudicial Killings and Targeted Assassinations
he unsettling trend of Extrajudicial Killings is on the rise. With multiple countries now using it to directly dissidents abroad.
The Red Line
Nov 14, 2023


Episode 107. The Hollowing of Hong Kong
The future of Hong Kong's economy is uncertain, with the possibility of an effective end to the one country, two systems approach.
The Red Line
Oct 30, 2023


Episode 106. Wargaming: Moldova vs Transnistria
Wargaming out how the War in Ukraine has altered the defence dynamics within Moldova and Transnistria.
The Red Line
Oct 17, 2023


Ransomware: From Code to Crisis
Ransomware attacks surged in 2021, prompting U.S. action and raising national security concerns; experts discuss causes and tech enablers.
Scott Mistler-Ferguson
Oct 14, 2023


30+ Underreported Global Conflicts: PATREON WORKSHOP
Venture beyond the headlines and delve into the shadowed corners of our global stage, where we unpack over 30 underreported conflicts from
The Red Line
Oct 9, 2023


Episode 105. Iran: Crises on All Fronts
Iran is facing multifaceted threats from all directions and their strategic position is becoming increasingly perilous along every axis.
The Red Line
Oct 3, 2023


Episode 104. El Salvador: The Price of Security
Once the murder capital of the world, El Salvador finds itself grappling with both gang violence and geopolitical shifts.
The Red Line
Sep 19, 2023


Episode 103. Wargaming: India vs Pakistan
The potential conflict between India and Pakistan stands at a precipice of alarming complexity in the dynamic South Asian landscape.
The Red Line
Sep 5, 2023
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