Moldova Fears First Loss of Sovereignty in the 21st Century Amid Russian Invasion Threat

As the war in Ukraine has passed its second year, Russia has begun pushing Ukraine back on the eastern front, raising concerns across Europe about the possibility of a wider conflict. In particular, Moldova, a neighboring country to Ukraine and known as the poorest country in Europe, is worried about a direct invasion by Russia. Like Ukraine, Moldova is not a member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), and as a small country with a population and military strength less than one-tenth of Ukraine's, there are fears that it would be unable to withstand a direct Russian invasion. There is also growing fear that the war is entering a countdown phase as the pro-Russian separatist region on the eastern border has requested protection from Russia. In this segment, we will explore the history and current reality of Moldova, which gained independence after the collapse of the Soviet Union but now faces increasing threats of Russian invasion and loss of sovereignty.Transnistria Reque

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03.03 08:31

Putin's 'Space Nuclear Weapon': Why Even the US Opposes Its Deployment

The world is on edge as Russia is suspected of deploying satellite-intercepting nuclear weapons in Earth's orbit, capable of destroying satellites belonging to the United States, Europe, and other Western countries. Although Russia vehemently denies this, the deployment of such weapons could lead to catastrophic disasters if an interception scenario occurs or if an accidental explosion happens due to mishandling. In the past, the United States and the Soviet Union signed the 1967 Outer Space Treaty to prevent such situations, but the treaty has effectively lost its power amid the severe deterioration of relations between the West and Russia. If Russia proceeds with the actual deployment of space nuclear weapons, the United States and China are also likely to rush to deploy defensive nuclear weapons, raising the risk that Earth's exosphere could become a battleground for nuclear competition. In this segment, we will explore how serious the issue of space nuclear weapons is by examining

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02.25 08:00

The Land of World Wars, Why Europe Suffers from Shell Shortages

As the war in Ukraine enters its third year, news that Europe’s stockpile of artillery shells has been depleted is spreading security concerns across European countries. Regardless of how the war in Ukraine ends, the confrontation with Russia is inevitable, and it is feared that it will take more than 10 years to replenish the artillery shells, which are the core of conventional military power. This has raised concerns about the threat of Russian aggression. Additionally, in the upcoming U.S. presidential election this November, Donald Trump, the former president and a leading candidate of the Republican Party, has been pressuring European NATO countries to increase their defense spending, further heightening security concerns. How did Europe, which produced and consumed the most artillery shells worldwide during World Wars I and II, come to worry about a shortage of shells? Europe’s Artillery Shells Depleted by Support for Ukraine... "It May Take 10 Years to Replenish" Let’s start wit

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02.18 08:43

The World Paying Attention to Nostradamus's New Year 'War Prophecy'

The 2024 Taiwanese presidential election, the first political event of the new year that attracted global attention, concluded with the victory of Lai Ching-te from the Democratic Progressive Party, significantly escalating military tensions across the Taiwan Strait. The intensification of disputes with China under the administration of the hardline pro-Taiwan independence Lai Ching-te had already been anticipated since last year. Amid this backdrop, notable attention is being paid to the prophecies of Nostradamus, the famous medieval French seer. His collection of prophecies includes a prediction that in 2024, a red enemy will wage war across the ocean, which has been interpreted as linked to a potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan, drawing considerable focus. Concerns are rising that a localized conflict between China and Taiwan might indeed erupt in the Taiwan Strait. Especially if the entire island of Taiwan or the Taiwan Strait becomes a conflict zone and the United States interven

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01.21 08:00

The Red Sea Strait Blocked by Yemeni Rebels, the Story Behind the 'Gate of Tears'

The Yemeni Houthi rebels' indiscriminate attacks on oil tankers and trade vessels in the Red Sea trade route have triggered a global logistics crisis. Many cargos traveling between Europe and Asia are unable to use the shortest maritime routes?the Suez Canal and the Red Sea trade route?and are instead diverted to the longer detour around the Cape of Good Hope at the southern tip of Africa, causing significant losses. The strait blockaded by the Houthi rebels is very narrow and has been known since ancient times as the "Gate of Tears" due to frequent piracy and various incidents, making it difficult to resolve the situation easily. Behind this lies the complex political instability of Yemen, often called the "Middle Eastern Three Kingdoms," and the severe chaos in Somalia, where piracy has become a regional industry. In this segment, we will explore the history of the Red Sea trade route, entangled with such complex geopolitics, and the issue of the Houthi rebels' blockade.Challenges in

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12.31 08:00

Is the Worldwide Cold Snap Favoring Putin? ... The Cold Wave That Changed the Outcome

As the Arctic cold wave suddenly moved south amid climate anomalies caused by global warming, the entire world has frozen solid. Following the heavy snowfall that plagued Europe earlier this month, the cold wave has now engulfed not only South Korea but also southern China, covering East Asia. The front lines of the Ukraine war, now in its third year, have also completely stagnated due to heavy snow and storms. The cold wave, commonly called 'Dongjanggun (冬將軍, General Winter),' has historically influenced the outcomes of numerous battles. From the Napoleonic Wars to World War II, Russia, which benefited greatly from the cold, is once again receiving help from the harsh winter in the current Ukraine war, likely impacting international power dynamics significantly. In this segment, we will explore the history of Dongjanggun, which has shaken the course of wars, along with the current situation of the Ukraine conflict.◆News: The Winter War Fully Begins on the Ukraine Front... Counteroffen

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12.24 08:00

Ukraine Fears the 'Forgotten War'... Will the 'Tibet Tragedy' Repeat?

International attention is focused as the U.S. Senate rejects the Ukraine aid bill despite appeals from U.S. President Joe Biden. On the surface, this is interpreted as a result of partisan conflict between the Republican and Democratic parties ahead of the U.S. presidential election in November next year. However, both inside and outside the U.S., interpretations suggest that this is closely related to the rapidly waning interest in the Ukraine war, which will enter its third year next year. In particular, as clashes between Israel and the Palestinian armed group Hamas continued in October, interest in the relatively long-stalemated Ukraine war has significantly decreased. The Ukrainian government is concerned that the conflict between their country and Russia might be completely forgotten by the international community and the media. A war that has fallen far from public attention can be a critical issue that determines the fate of a country, especially for nations desperately needin

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12.10 10:13

'Destroyer of the Cold War' Who Summarized a Century of Life, The World Order Changed by Kissinger

Henry Kissinger, the master diplomat who shaped the post-Cold War international order, and former U.S. Secretary of State, has passed away at the age of 100. His death is being regarded as the end of an era amid the full-fledged emergence of a new Cold War dynamic and simultaneous wars in Ukraine and the Middle East, drawing global attention. In particular, as the current Joe Biden administration faces criticism for diplomatic failures with its so-called value-based diplomacy with allied free world nations, Kissinger’s advocacy of realist diplomacy is gaining renewed influence. This is due to criticism that excessive diplomatic pressure aimed at completely excluding authoritarian regimes from the international community ultimately manifested in localized conflicts worldwide. Some voices even criticize Kissinger’s excessive realist diplomacy and balance-of-power efforts for having overly strengthened China and Russia. While Kissinger himself pursued the pragmatic diplomatic approach of

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12.03 08:00

Why Rafah Surrounded by Israel Is Called the Last Stronghold

Moldova Fears First Loss of Sovereignty in the 21st Century Amid Russian Invasion Threat

Putin's 'Space Nuclear Weapon': Why Even the US Opposes Its Deployment

The Land of World Wars, Why Europe Suffers from Shell Shortages

The World Paying Attention to Nostradamus's New Year 'War Prophecy'

The Red Sea Strait Blocked by Yemeni Rebels, the Story Behind the 'Gate of Tears'

Is the Worldwide Cold Snap Favoring Putin? ... The Cold Wave That Changed the Outcome

Ukraine Fears the 'Forgotten War'... Will the 'Tibet Tragedy' Repeat?

'Destroyer of the Cold War' Who Summarized a Century of Life, The World Order Changed by Kissinger

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