Donald Trump brands himself as an anti-globalistโ€”a disruptor of elite-driven international institutions and liberal world order. But critics argue that his policies and rhetoric donโ€™t dismantle empire. Instead, they repackage American imperial power in nationalist language. So why does Trumpโ€™s anti-globalist stance often look like old-style Yankee imperialism? What doesContinue Reading

When analysts warn about the risk of a third world war, Taiwan often dominates the conversation. But focusing on one hotspot misses a bigger, more dangerous picture. As 2026 unfolds, multiple conflict zonesโ€”many already activeโ€”carry the risk of escalation that could draw in major powers, trigger alliance obligations, and destabilizeContinue Reading