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Sabotage in the Shadows: Pipeline Warfare and Resistance in West Africa
On the muddy creeks of the Niger Delta and far out into the waters of the Gulf of Guinea, an invisible war continues to rage. Pipelines explode in the night. Energy companies scramble to reroute exports. Militants vanish into the mangroves, only to strike again days later. For more than two decades, pipeline sabotage in
Urban Resistance: Tactics for Fighting in Occupied Cities
As 21st-century warfare continues to shift from open terrain to dense population centers, the ability of irregular forces to mount effective urban resistance has become one of the defining dynamics of modern conflict. Whether facing a conventional military occupation or a hybrid incursion, resistance fighters in cities operate with a unique set of tools, advantages,
Pipeline Wars: Why Energy Infrastructure Is the Next Battlefield
Energy infrastructure has become one of the most contested arenas in modern geopolitical conflict. Pipelines, refineries, LNG terminals, and undersea cable networks are not just economic lifelines—they are strategic targets. As global tensions rise, these systems are increasingly vulnerable to sabotage, cyberattacks, insurgent operations, and hybrid warfare. From the Nord Stream pipeline explosions in the
Underreported Struggles: Movements the World Forgot
In today’s relentless news cycle, many of the world’s longest-running independence and human rights struggles remain buried beneath flashier headlines. These underreported movements, spanning continents, cultures, and centuries, are driven by communities demanding freedom, dignity, and recognition. Often marginalized by geopolitical interests or economic priorities, their stories go untold. This article shines a light on
Syria’s Transitional Government: From Victory to Insurgency
The Syrian Civil War, which began in 2011 as a protest movement against the regime of Bashar al-Assad, saw numerous factions vying for control over the country. After more than a decade of brutal conflict, an opposition-led coalition finally ousted Assad’s government in December 2024. The new administration, led by President Ahmed al-Sharaa, quickly moved
Rwanda’s Support for M23 Rebels: Congo’s Counterinsurgency Response and Regional Implications
The conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has escalated significantly, with mounting evidence that Rwanda is backing the M23 rebel group. While Kigali denies involvement, intelligence reports, and UN findings suggest Rwanda has been providing military and logistical support to the insurgents. Meanwhile, Kinshasa is struggling to mount an effective counterinsurgency
German Warships Targeted: Investigating the Recent Naval Sabotage Incidents
In recent months, the German Navy has faced a series of alarming sabotage attempts on its vessels. These incidents have raised significant concerns about maritime security in the region. Sabotage has targeted ships under construction and those already in active service, revealing major gaps in naval protection measures. Investigations suggest both state and non-state actors
Introducing Mao Zedong’s Principles of People’s War
Mao Zedong’s Principles of People’s War is a comprehensive yet accessible guide to one of the most influential military doctrines of the 20th century. By distilling Mao’s revolutionary theories into their essential elements, this book offers readers a clear and concise understanding of guerrilla warfare, insurgency tactics, and the strategic principles that shaped conflicts across the
