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"Politics and war are inseparable": Former CDS General Anil Chauhan outlines strategic dynamic between military options, political objectives

General Chauhan emphasised that military might is inherently linked to political intent. He noted that the armed forces serve as a key tool to safeguard national interests, with military leadership crucial for creating deployment strategies and building confidence. Investment during peacetime and thorough training are vital for developing essential capabilities.…

The Economic Times

Quote of the day by Carl von Clausewitz: “If the mind is to emerge unscathed from this relentless struggle with the unforeseen, two qualities are indispensable: first...” — Inspiring life lessons on courage, clear thinking, mental resilience, and why following your inner light matters most by the Prussian military theorist known for On War

Today's quote of the day by Carl von Clausewitz reminds us that true strength is not about knowing every answer. It is about staying calm when life becomes uncertain. His timeless words encourage courage, clear thinking, wise leadership, and mental resilience. This powerful quote offers practical life lessons on trusting…

The Economic Times

Iran war has shown the limits of US power

In his 1873 book On War, the great Prussian military strategist Carl von Clausewitz wrote that: “War is the realm of uncertainty.” He would have been at home in Washington this week where Clausewitz’s “fog of war” appears to have descended on the White House, at times obscuring reality.

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Is this WWIII? It's the wrong question

If you're anxious about global conflict, you're not alone. But war is so different now we almost can't see it

Salon

Celebrating women’s contribution in times of war and peace

Brief letters: Marie von Clausewitz | Guardian readers | Dog days | Capital gains

The Guardian - UK

To anyone who thinks Trump can bring peace and equality to Iran – I’ve got a bridge to sell you. Going cheap

If POTUS can really bomb peace, stability and women’s rights into the Middle East, I’ll take my hat off to him. Judging by his role in Gaza, I won’t hold my breath, says Guardian columnist Marina Hyde

The Guardian - UK

I am a former NATO scientific advisor, and here are five things businesses should know about AI

From knowledge management to human expertise, what strategic factors determine success in the AI era?

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Is this the UN's last chance to take the right side in the history of humanity?

The Israel-Iran conflict is not just another diplomatic crisis. It is a test of the international system’s moral spine. If the UN fails now, it risks irrelevance, or worse, complicity, Robert Singer writes.

Euronews

Israel’s new Gaza offensive: ‘The goal is to destroy Hamas, not to save the hostages’

Fighting between Israel and Hamas resumed in the Gaza Strip after a truce agreement expired early Friday, dashing hopes of a prolonged ceasefire in the region. To better understand the rapidly evolving conflict in the region, FRANCE 24 spoke to Hussein Ibish, Senior Resident Scholar at the Arab Gulf States…

France 24

The defence dilemma facing NZ's next government: stay independent or join 'pillar 2' of AUKUS?

Strategy, as the great military thinker Carl von Clausewitz once observed, is the process of effectively applying means to achieve clearly defined ends. But good strategy in global politics has proved easier said than done.

The Conversation

Chinese balloon saga is part of a long history of U.S.-China tensions

It’s not surprising the recent Chinese “weather balloon” incident has set off alarm bells.

The Conversation

Putin's massive fail: He's no commander

Putin's no master strategist: He's incompetent at warcraft, and Ukrainians and Russians are paying a terrible price

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