Ukraine's Strike Campaign Against Russian Oil Infrastructure: A 2026 Catalog
A current catalog of Ukraine's recent strikes on Russian refineries, oil depots, terminals, and logistics hubs, plus why Kyiv has been able to hit more targets in 2026.
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Ukraine Hits Russia's Voronezh Semiconductor Plant: Why the Missile Strike Matters
Ukraine says it struck a Russian semiconductor plant in Voronezh that makes components for missile systems. Reports differ on whether the weapon was an AGM-188 Rusty Dagger, Storm Shadow, or another air-launched cruise missile.
What Are Drone Repeaters? Why Belarus Relay Towers Matter in Russia's War on Ukraine
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Belarus must remove Russian drone repeater equipment from towers near Ukraine. Here is what repeaters are, why they matter, and how they affect the war.
Myanmar's Drone War in 2026: Who Is Using UAVs and Where They Come From
A current look at Myanmar's drone war, including the drones used by the military junta and resistance forces, who supplies them, and why the balance is shifting.
Assault Rifles are Weapons of War Not Self Defence
It is estimated that 2000 guns per day are flowing illegally across the border into Mexico, a large percentage of those weapons being semi-automatic rifles similar the one used in today's shooting in Aurora. These guns are being used to kills cops, so much so that the cops cover their faces so they or their families will not be hunted down and killed. There...
When Weapons Sales Are Defended as Job Creation
A skeptical look at the jobs argument for weapons sales, including the opportunity cost of military spending and the wider costs of gun trafficking.
Largest Employer in the World
The U.S. Department of Defense is one of the world's largest employers, but Walmart, China's PLA, CNPC, the NHS, and Indian Railways also employ workforces at extraordinary scale.
JP Morgan is One Reason we are still in Afghanistan
They have minerals like Gold, Copper and Iron
Combined Tactical Systems Teargas used by Egyptian Police
Located in Jamestown, PA, the defence contractor supplied teargas to Egyptian police who then used it on protesters.
Role of Military Contractors in the Iraq War (Part 2)
All of these contractors faced very real threats, the same as the soldiers. Most civilian casualties were suffered by the Theater Transportation Mission division.
Role of Military Contractors in the Iraq War (Part 1)
Water is the biggest concern in Iraq. The country is a vast desert wasteland, and water is scarce if you are not along the Tigris or Euphrates River. All water needed to sustain life on the bases in Iraq is pulled from these two rivers. Other basic needs are handled by contractors as well. Base maintenance, such as power generation, carpenters, electricians,...
Blackwater USA Loses License in Iraq
The Iraqi government has issued a statement saying that Blackwater USA, which has been doing security operations in support of the United States in Iraq, must end operations and leave Iraq, citing use of excessive force in a recent incident.