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In addition to #OpinionAI offered by #SOTOS, you can read #GenAI summarization in #DiscourseAI. Today's SOTOS-Taiwan Issue Watch: The United States is committed to enhancing Taiwan's self-defense and deepening bilateral relations, with broad international support evident in forums like the World Health Assembly and the #G7. The dynamics between #China, #Taiwan, and the U.S. are critical for regional stability, influencing international sanctions and military cooperation. The U.S. and China aim to resume military dialogue to prevent conflicts. At the same time, the U.S. strengthens regional alliances and emphasizes unity and sovereignty in the Indo-Pacific, promoting a "free and open Indo-Pacific" over a #NATO-like alliance. Tensions in the #TaiwanStrait are high, with the PLA prepared to use force against Taiwan's independence, equating it to war. Despite this, over 75% of Taiwanese support President Lai's policies on cross-strait relations, advocating for maintaining the status quo and opposing Chinese interference.

The #NATOSummit starting today in Washington is a crucial occasion for the 32 allies to discuss future prospects and to take stock after 75 years from the establishment of the Atlantic Alliance. Read an analysis by Alessandro Marrone and Gaia Ravazzolo on NATO's support for Ukraine, deterrence towards Moscow, the international security environment, the future of the Alliance and Italy's agenda in NATO in this new #IAIDocument. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dAtCJYix

In his article for Geopoliticalmonitor Intelligence Corp., Nicholas Chkhaidze analyzes the rise of PMC Redut, a Private Military Company controlled by the GRU, Russia's Military Intelligence Directorate, as a potential replacement for the Wagner Group, as a key instrument for Russia's conventional and hybrid warfare in Ukraine and Africa. It is argued in the article that Putin finds himself in a Zugzwang, and no matter what he did on the day he assassinated Prigozhin or what does in the future, future developments will be problematic for him for various reasons. In a state, as deinstitutionalized as Russia, the possibility of yet another PMC and its leadership gaining significant influence in the Russian elite and the military is not excluded altogether, which will be a huge headache for the Kremlin: https://lnkd.in/dKGttipT

*Happening today* - Join us for a live Q&A session looking at the latest military escalation between Israel and Iran. Our analysts will be available to answer any questions you may have on the situation in Israel, Iran and the wider Middle East, and on our forecasts for the coming weeks and months. We will also be available to answer any questions regarding the regional and global security and strategic implications of the conflict. Find out more and register here: https://lnkd.in/en3yJekM #Israel #Iran #Middleeast #geopolitics #securityintelligence

Strategic skies over Argentina: In the complex dance of geopolitics. In this insightful analysis authored by Miguel Reyes-Castro, readers will examine Argentina's intricate decision-making process as it navigates the choice between acquiring F-16 fighter jets from the West or JF-17s from China. Highlighting the significance of the decision in the context of international geopolitics, including potential effects on NATO cooperation, regional security, and the ongoing situation in Ukraine. #GeopoliticalDynamics #DefenseStrategies #GlobalAlliances #ArgentinaSecurity Click below for the full article: https://lnkd.in/dsv2rmAy

Worldwide military spending last year — on weapons, personnel and other costs — hit $2.2trn, the highest level in inflation-adjusted dollars since at least the end of the Cold War, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). The weapons industry was booming, thanks to the Ukraine war and a rising threat from China. The Israel-Hamas conflict will make it all the more lucrative. #IsraelPalestineConflict

🌏 Analyzing the Israel-Hamas Conflict & Its Broader Impacts The recent escalation between Israel and Hamas has drawn global attention, with countries like South Korea expressing deep concerns. National Security Adviser Cho Tae-yong, among others, is closely monitoring the situation, recognizing its potential effects on South Korea's national security, especially concerning U.S. priorities. Experts from institutes like the Korea Institute for National Unification highlight the possible repercussions of a shift in U.S. military focus from the Korean Peninsula to the Middle East. At Overt Operator, we're committed to providing you with timely insights on global events and their broader implications. Stay tuned for more updates. Check out the article here https://buff.ly/3txU092 #GlobalSecurity #MiddleEastCrisis #StrategicPriorities

In my latest article for Geopolitical Monitor, I analyze the rise of PMC Redut, a Private Military Company controlled by the GRU, as a potential replacement for the Wagner Group, while also showcasing the potential ramifications that Russia will face with the murder of Prigozhin.

🌍 Ukraine's Path to Victory: A Strategic Insight 🛡️ In a compelling analysis, Dr. Spencer Meredith outlines the critical role of partnerships in Ukraine's defense strategy against Russian aggression. Highlighted at the National Defense University, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy underscores the importance of domestic resilience and international support. 🔹 Key Insights: - Sustained Support: The necessity for continued international assistance to bolster Ukraine's strategic advances. - Special Operations Training: A successful model demonstrating the effectiveness of US and NATO partnerships in enhancing Ukrainian Special Forces. - Adaptable Skills: Emphasizing mission command, integrated operations, and innovation as pivotal to tactical victories. - Challenges Ahead: The importance of overcoming entrenched military doctrines and leveraging partnerships to exploit vulnerabilities. 📌 How can international partnerships be further strengthened to support Ukraine's strategic objectives? Share your thoughts below. #Ukraine #MilitaryStrategy #InternationalPartnerships #DefenseInnovation https://lnkd.in/gbmA9_Um

History teaches us that reality in the Middle East can change in the blink of an eye. Since the second half of the 20th century, the states of that region have been making maximum efforts to achieve political, military and economic dominance as well as territorial expansion. https://lnkd.in/dx_Km69C