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Escalation in Kashmir and strategic shifts: India’s move on the Indus River
In recent weeks, tensions between India and Pakistan have surged once again, with significant geopolitical and military ramifications....

Ken Philips
May 84 min read
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The invisible threat. Behind Europe’s sudden blackout.
On April 28, 2025, a massive and sudden blackout swept across the Iberian Peninsula, affecting Spain, Portugal, and parts of southern...

Ken Philips
Apr 303 min read
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Sanctions, supply chains, and the end of hyper-globalization?
In a quiet corner of China’s Guangdong Province, rows of humming sewing machines once symbolized the unrelenting rhythm of global...

Ken Philips
Apr 53 min read
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Tariffs, Taiwan, and the unspoken logic of preconflict strategy
In recent weeks, two seemingly unrelated developments have emerged from Washington. First, a leaked Pentagon strategy memo revealed that...

Ken Philips
Apr 13 min read
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What the hell happened to Europe? Reflections on Varoufakis’ rant and the reality we face
Yanis Varoufakis is one of Europe’s most recognizable political provocateurs. An economist, former Greek finance minister, and co-founder...

Ken Philips
Mar 296 min read
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Ukraine’s endgame. Why NATO must go beyond talk.
Since the early days of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, one fundamental question has loomed large: What is the endgame? War is never just...

Ken Philips
Mar 233 min read
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The growing US debt and the push to downsize government
A nation at a financial crossroads The United States is facing a growing financial challenge, with its national debt surpassing $36.2...

Ken Philips
Mar 24 min read
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Ukraine's hidden war: the battle for Rare Earths and strategic minerals
The war in Ukraine is often framed as a geopolitical struggle between Russia and the West, driven by historical tensions, security...

Ken Philips
Feb 253 min read
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The hidden message in Trump’s Greenland and Canada rhetoric: A warning to Russia and China?
When Donald Trump floated provocative ideas about acquiring Greenland and hinted at bold moves concerning Canada, many dismissed them as...

Ken Philips
Feb 202 min read
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Negotiating Ukraine's future: Balancing diplomacy, security, and potential peacekeeping forces
Recent developments regarding the peace process in Ukraine have sparked significant concern among European leaders and Ukrainian...

Ken Philips
Feb 143 min read
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From Gaza's first five-star hotel to Trump's bold proposal
In 2011, Gaza witnessed the opening of its first five-star hotel, the Al-Mashtal, a symbol of resilience and aspiration in a region...

Ken Philips
Feb 74 min read
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Trump's tariff strategy: a proven playbook for quick negotiations
President Donald J. Trump's recent imposition of tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China has reignited discussions on his...

Ken Philips
Feb 23 min read
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Navigating Chaos: The Geopolitical and Economic Risks of 2025
As we step into 2025, the global stage is more fragmented and unpredictable than ever. The Top Risks 2025 report by Eurasia Group, one...

Ken Philips
Jan 84 min read
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Unseen Frontlines: How Pandemic and Geopolitics Converge in a New Era of Covert Conflict
In recent years, the lines between crisis management, military strategy, and covert operations have blurred, revealing a world...

Ken Philips
Dec 18, 20243 min read
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Was Putin Planning to Invade Ukraine in 2020? An Analysis
In my book, The Finding - Itihad , I explore how global crises can serve as catalysts—or cover stories—for long-term geopolitical...

Ken Philips
Dec 2, 20242 min read
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