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In recent weeks—or rather, ever since Trump rose to power—he has been fixated on Greenland. In his view, this frozen, resource-rich territory is critical to U.S. dominance in the Arctic. And he’s determined to take it—no matter what. The problem? Greenland isn’t his to take. It is an autonomous part of the Kingdom of Denmark, a NATO ally, and a supposed friend of the U.S. This means Washington is now openly threatening a European nation, one that has stood by America for decades. In this post, I’ll delve into why Trump is so obsessed with Greenland, what his “under any circumstances” attitude means for NATO, and how this reckless ambition plays into the hands of hostile powers like Russia and China.   Even though the island is vast, it only has about 56,000 inhabitants   T HE RELATIONSHIP WITH DENMARK Greenland has a long and complicated history with Denmark. The world’s largest island, Greenland was once physically part of North America in prehistoric times. But politically a...

I recently came across an intriguing tweet suggesting that experts fear Russia may significantly build up its forces in Belarus this summer, potentially amassing one hundred thousand troops to launch an invasion of Lithuania. If true, this could mark Europe’s last peaceful summer before a major escalation. It would be done under the guise of a military exercise, which is how the full-scale invasion in Ukraine started, in 2022.  In this blog post, I want to dive deeper into this alarming possibility. We already know that Europe faces a growing risk of conflict with Russia, but just how imminent is that threat? Could Moscow realistically strike NATO in the near future? And if so, what would that mean for the security landscape of Europe and the world? Let’s break it down.   NATO Flag   THE DISCLAIMER Before I continue, I want to emphasize that this is an opinion piece. No one truly knows what Putin is planning now or what he will do in the future. Russia thrives on secrecy,...

In the previous weeks, we’ve looked at what peace in Ukraine would mean for the country. But it’s just as important to consider why Putin resists peace. For him, ending the war isn’t just undesirable—it’s a threat. A resolution would mean losing control, both at home and abroad. His narrative of external enemies and nationalism would weaken, making it harder to keep the Russian people united and distracted. In this post, let's look at why a frozen conflict works in Putin’s favor. It fuels anti-Western sentiment, justifies crackdowns on opposition, and keeps his grip on power tight. The war isn’t just about Ukraine—it’s a tool for survival, and peace would undermine the very narrative that keeps him in control. THE REAL REASON FOR WAR Before we get into why Putin wants a frozen conflict, let’s first look at why he started the war. Russian propaganda offers plenty of justifications—NATO expansion, "liberating" Ukraine from Nazism, and so on. But these are just smokescree...

Victory. A word everyone longs to claim. To win. In war, every side strives to be on the winning end. But for Ukraine, the concept of victory isn’t so straightforward. Western leaders—particularly in Europe and America—have repeatedly pledged to support Ukraine " for as long as it takes ." Not " until they win ." The distinction is subtle but profound. There is a vast difference between standing by indefinitely and actively ensuring victory. In Ukraine, a common question arises: " What does victory look like for you? " People give hopeful answers—peaceful skies, no bombs, freedom, safety, an end to military conscription. But there’s another, more uncomfortable question to consider: " What does loss look like for you? " It's a difficult question, one that’s hard to face. And in this blog post, that’s exactly what I want to explore. PEACE, WITH A STAB IN THE BACK In previous posts, I’ve outlined what is known about Russia’s idea of "peace...

This week, Ukrainian officials and their American counterparts gathered in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, for important peace talks aimed at advancing a resolution to the Russo-Ukrainian conflict. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy proposed a 30-day ceasefire, which was swiftly rejected by Russian President Vladimir Putin. In this post, we’ll delve into the significance of these talks and explore what a potential peace deal could mean for both Ukraine and Russia. We also explore what it can mean for relations between Europe and America.    TRUMP'S AMBITIOUS GOAL When Donald Trump became President of the United States, he set an ambitious goal: to end the war within 24 hours of taking office. While this initial timeline was widely regarded as unrealistic, he extended the deadline to his first 100 days in office—a period still too short to resolve such a complex geopolitical conflict. Peace talks involving the U.S., Russia, and Ukraine have been marred by challenges from the outset....

Lately, there’s been a lot of talk from the U.S. about Ukraine needing to hold presidential elections. Donald Trump even went so far as to call Zelenskyy a “dictator” for staying in power past his 2024 mandate. This has kicked off a debate about what democracy looks like during wartime and what’s really behind these calls for an election.   In this post, I’ll break down why this argument doesn’t hold up, how war complicates the usual democratic process, and what’s actually at stake. We’ll also look at the key players in a future election and why Ukraine’s opposition recently met with Trump—what they’re after and how it could shake up Ukraine’s political future.   CAN'T HAVE ELECTIONS UNDER MARTIAL LAW The first issue to address is that Ukraine is currently under martial law due to the war. This brings certain restrictions on movement, enforced curfews, and, as one podcaster put it, "democracy is on hold because we can’t do what we want, when we want." Unfortunately, this ...

The past few days have been a whirlwind of news surrounding Donald Trump. First came his disastrous speech to Congress, then whispers of so-called peace negotiations with Ukraine. Meanwhile, European leaders gathered in Brussels to talk defense spending and how best to support Ukraine.   But let’s talk about something even more critical—the intelligence industry. The Trump administration, now packed with conspiracy theorists and Kremlin-friendly loyalists who have zero real expertise, is reshaping U.S. intelligence in ways that could have lasting consequences. How will this affect America's relationship with its allies? What happens to the Five Eyes alliance? And, let’s be real—why is America now acting as Putin’s puppet?     TRUMP'S BEEF WITH CANADA   By now, we’re all familiar with Trump’s absurd fantasy of making Canada the 51st state. It’s laughable, considering Canada is a sovereign country with a strong economy and a quality of life that many American...

As America once again proves itself to be an unreliable partner, one question looms larger than ever: What will Europe do?   This weekend brought a whirlwind of developments—Zelenskyy’s tense interactions with Trump, the shifting stance of U.S. leadership, and the critical meeting in London where European leaders had to confront a harsh reality. With trust in America eroding, will Europe finally take decisive action? Can the continent afford to wait and see, or is it time to forge a new path?   In this blog post, I’ll break down what happened over the weekend, what was discussed behind closed doors in London, and what it all means for the future of Europe’s security, autonomy, and relationship with the U.S.   A FIGHT FOR THE HISTORICAL BOOKS   On Friday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived at the White House for a crucial meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump. The agenda was clear: security guarantees and the much-debated mineral agreeme...