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Julian McBride

Julian McBride is a forensic anthropologist and independent journalist born in New York. He is the founder and director of the Reflections of War Initiative (ROW), an anthropological NGO which aims to tell the stories of the victims of war through art therapy. As a former Marine, he uses this technique not only to help heal PTSD but also to share people's stories through art, which conveys "the message of the brutality of war better than most news organizations."
Commentary

The F-35 Kill Switch is the Spare Parts

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The F-35 may not have a "kill switch," but U.S. control over maintenance and upgrades means allies relying on it face strategic vulnerabilities—forcing many to reconsider American-made jets.
Defense

Enhanced Laser Weapons Development to Counter Drone Swarms

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Laser weapons are emerging as a game-changer against drone swarms, offering a cost-effective and efficient countermeasure.
Defense

Poland’s Immaculate Rise to Europe’s Military and Technological Powerhouse

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Against the backdrop of rising threats in Eastern Europe, such as the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Poland has stepped up and taken a leading...
Geopolitics

The Future of the Tartus Naval Base Post-Russian Expulsion

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Against the backdrop of the fall of the Assad regime, the Tartus Naval Facility, leased for over six decades by Russia, came under increased...
Europe

Will Syria Become the New Cyprus with Forced Guarantors?

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The fall and exile of the Assad family in Syria sent shockwaves throughout the world, particularly due to the rapid collapse of the Baathist...
Europe

The Paths Cyprus Can Take if it Moves Towards NATO Accession

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In late November, Cyprus' President Nicos Christodoulides revealed potential NATO aspirations for Cyprus in the future. Against the backdrop of growing relations with America,...
Diplomacy

Egypt’s Rising Militarization and Regional Implications

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Egypt, one of the most influential countries not only in the Middle East and North Africa, but the entire world currently has a powerful...
Politics

Bypassing Hungary’s Populist Rhetoric in the EU and NATO

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Throughout its history, Hungary has been a nation of vast importance in world affairs. Centered in the heart of Central Europe, Hungary was the...
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