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Predators at Sea: Inside Terrorist Tactics Targeting Naval Security
This article critically examines the strategies and methodologies employed by terrorist organizations to target conventional naval assets, including merchant vessels and military ships such as frigates and destroyers. It focuses comprehensively on mechanisms used by terrorists to gather maritime intelligence, especially concerning naval technological systems like radar, sonar, GPS, and various weapon systems, including guns,…
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The improbability of the United States’ military invasion of Canada
This paper explores the improbability of a United States military invasion of Canada to annex it as its 51st state, analyzing strategic, economic, political, and legal considerations. The passage of the No Invading Allies Act, which prohibits military incursions into Canada, Greenland, and the Panama Canal, further cements the unlikelihood of such an event. Additionally,…
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The Shifting Global Order: From Military Dominance to Technological Supremacy and Canada’s Path to Sovereignty
The global order is in constant flux, shaped by economic shifts, political transformations, and technological advancements. Historically, the United States has projected power through military dominance, using interventions, alliances, and defense spending to maintain global hegemony. However, in recent years, American strategy has evolved, shifting from conventional military supremacy to technological control. This transition presents…
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Canada’s Soft Power vs. America’s Hard Power: A Comparative Analysis
Canada and the United States are often juxtaposed in discussions of international influence. Canada is globally respected as a soft power nation, recognized for its human rights advocacy, humanitarian projects, and peacekeeping initiatives. Conversely, the United States has been feared for its hard power approach, exerting military and economic control, expanding its territorial jurisdictions, and…
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Unmasking the 2019 Sri Lanka Easter Sunday Bombings: Intelligence Deception, Political Agendas, and State Involvement
The 2019 Easter Sunday bombings in Sri Lanka, which resulted in the deaths of over 250 individuals, have long been attributed to the Islamist extremist group National Thowheeth Jama’ath (NTJ), allegedly operating under the influence of ISIS. However, increasing evidence suggests the attack was not solely a terrorist act but a complex intelligence operation with…
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The Role of Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) in Undermining International Peace Initiatives, Suppression of Dissent, and Promotion of Sectarianism
The Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) of Pakistan has long been a controversial institution, accused of undermining international peace initiatives, suppressing domestic opposition, and fueling sectarian tensions. This article explores ISI’s involvement in destabilizing global security, its tactics of coercion against media and civil society, and its alleged role in promoting sectarianism, particularly under the influence of…
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The 21st-Century Great Game: Geopolitical Contest for the Central Asian Landmass and the Future of Global Power
This article examines the ongoing geopolitical contest over the Central Asian landmass, encompassing the Caspian region and Siberian land, within the framework of a modern “Great Game.” The struggle for influence between major global powers—primarily the United States, China, Russia, the European Union, and India—is analyzed through economic, military, and strategic lenses. The paper incorporates…
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Toward a “One World” Framework: President Donald Trump’s Potential Foreign Policy in Unifying Global Powers
Donald Trump’s foreign policy during his presidency (2017–2021) was marked by nationalist, transactional, and unilateral approaches. His “America First” doctrine often distanced the United States from multilateral institutions and international agreements. This paper explores how Trump’s foreign policy could be redirected toward a vision of global unity by drawing lessons from the European Union’s integration…
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The Future Implications of Water Wars: A Global Perspective
As freshwater scarcity intensifies globally, competition over water resources is becoming a critical geopolitical and economic issue. Some nations have begun privatizing and even weaponizing water, raising concerns about future “water wars.” This paper explores the factors driving water conflicts, potential geopolitical flashpoints, and strategies for mitigating these tensions. Using a multidisciplinary approach, this study…
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Why Donald Trump Used the World Economic Forum to Undermine Canada’s Natural Resource Industry: A Strategic Deception
Donald Trump’s address at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, was marked by a deliberate effort to manipulate global business leaders and marginalize Canada’s critical role in North America’s energy and resource sectors. This paper examines Trump’s strategic rhetoric, which dismissed the need for Canadian oil, lumber, cars, and critical minerals, while conspicuously…